MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,372 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Chain clip slightly loose
Front wheel bearings slightly rough
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nail in rear tyre
Chain joining link retainer appears stretched.
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Gear lever exsesservly worn.
Nail in front tyre
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Suzuki RF600?
Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R257 TLR is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 21,546 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 RF600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 TLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki RF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R257 TLR?
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What year was R257 TLR registered?
R257 TLR is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R257 TLR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R257 TLR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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