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R385 EUA

1997 Suzuki RF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,618 mi
Last recorded49,618 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR385 EUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 49,618 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 46,426 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 42,634 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 42,550 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 38,466 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 34,137 miles

Offside Front fork brace bolts loose

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement bell linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 29,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 25,504 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 21,168 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front indicators slightly effected by lights on

Fail 15 Jan 2016 21,148 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front indicators slightly effected by lights on

Pass 6 Sep 2014 20,502 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 20,130 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 20,130 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 18,481 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 18,435 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 16,492 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 15,946 miles

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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R385 EUA is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R385 EUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R385 EUA registered?

R385 EUA is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R385 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R385 EUA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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