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R346 LAP

1998 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

41,659 mi
Last recorded41,659 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR346 LAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 41,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 41,621 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 41,621 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 40,394 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 39,569 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 37,771 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 37,771 miles

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 33,490 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 33,150 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 33,150 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 32,414 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 31,481 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 30,497 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 30,026 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,074 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2012 29,074 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2011 28,343 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 27,357 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 25,000 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2009 24,989 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2008 24,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2007 24,578 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 22,482 miles

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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R346 LAP is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R346 LAP, 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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R346 LAP is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R346 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R346 LAP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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