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R499 WCK

1998 Suzuki RF900

Black Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,217 mi
Last recorded49,217 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki RF90034,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 WCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 49,217 miles

Rear Chain guard missing

Fail 22 May 2026 49,217 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Chain guard missing

Pass 27 Jun 2024 49,174 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 48,921 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 7,175 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 9,392 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 9,181 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 7,984 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 6,517 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 2,071 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 598 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 42,727 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 39,198 miles

Clutch fluid level low

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 32,977 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 26,929 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 26,929 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 18,025 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 17,939 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900?

Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
769
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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R499 WCK is a 1998 Suzuki RF900 in Black with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki RF900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 34,721 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 RF900 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R499 WCK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki RF900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R499 WCK is a 1998 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R499 WCK safe to buy?

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