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R644 YVW

1997 Suzuki RF600

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

10,639 mi
Last recorded10,639 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR644 YVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 10,639 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 10,318 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 10,304 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nearside Rear Special gear change fitted required the removal of n/s/rear footrest

Pass 7 Aug 2023 9,971 miles

Nearside Rear Special gear change fitted required the removal of n/s/rear footrest

Fail 5 Aug 2023 9,960 miles

Central Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Special gear change fitted required the removal of n/s/rear footrest

Pass 21 Jul 2022 9,878 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 9,874 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 9,482 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 9,477 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 9,468 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 9,425 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 9,394 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 9,329 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 9,279 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 9,233 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 9,233 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,221 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,199 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2009 9,185 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 9,165 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 9,126 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 90,109 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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R644 YVW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R644 YVW, 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 R644 YVW registered?

R644 YVW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R644 YVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R644 YVW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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