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R537 DRF

1997 Suzuki XF650

Green Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,624 mi
Last recorded26,624 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR537 DRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 26,624 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,112 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 24,803 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 24,198 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 22,539 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 21,348 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 21,348 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 20,295 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2011 20,295 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 18,852 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 17,223 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2008 15,958 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,958 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 15,676 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 15,354 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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R537 DRF is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Green with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,830 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 XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R537 DRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R537 DRF registered?

R537 DRF is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R537 DRF safe to buy?

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