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R503 LAM

1997 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,740 mi
Last recorded7,740 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR503 LAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 7,740 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 7,714 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 7,562 miles

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

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 Jun 2012 7,487 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,463 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 7,389 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 7,389 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 7,276 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 7,165 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 7,057 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 6,971 miles

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

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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R503 LAM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R503 LAM, 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 R503 LAM registered?

R503 LAM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R503 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R503 LAM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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