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R36 GTM

1998 Suzuki RF900R

Maroon Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,216 mi
Last recorded30,216 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki RF900R26,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 GTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 30,216 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 29,686 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 29,646 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 29,169 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 28,976 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,961 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished. (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 May 2020 28,140 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 26,302 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 25,202 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 24,085 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 23,092 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 22,048 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 20,525 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 19,041 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 18,298 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

both tyres worn near legal limit

Pass 5 Sep 2007 17,309 miles

both tyres worn near legal limit

rear brake pads worn low

Fail 4 Sep 2007 17,296 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

both tyres worn near legal limit

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 5 Sep 2006 15,848 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900R?

Based on 12,255 MOT tests across 1,238 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 198
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 100
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 84
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R36 GTM is a 1998 Suzuki RF900R in Maroon with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 26,275 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki RF900R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R36 GTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R36 GTM registered?

R36 GTM is a 1998 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R36 GTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 GTM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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