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R468 ARP

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,307 mi
Last recorded54,307 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR468 ARP
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 54,307 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 54,307 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 54,225 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 54,202 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 51,679 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 51,646 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2014 36,065 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,273 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,462 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 8,347 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 8,347 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,203 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 8,130 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,910 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 7,910 miles

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

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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R468 ARP is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R468 ARP, 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 R468 ARP registered?

R468 ARP is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 26 August 1997.

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