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R239 FGP

1998 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,388 mi
Last recorded37,388 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 FGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2015 37,388 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2014 34,638 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 34,638 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,492 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 271,546 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 26,227 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 25,636 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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R239 FGP is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,002 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R239 FGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R239 FGP registered?

R239 FGP is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R239 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 FGP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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