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R257 TLR

1997 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,372 mi
Last recorded32,372 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 TLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 32,372 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 32,372 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 32,357 miles

Chain joining link retainer appears stretched.

Fail 22 Apr 2011 32,283 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 29,119 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 27,644 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 22,219 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 22,219 miles

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.

78.1%
Pass Rate
680
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 262
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 130
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
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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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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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