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R691 EJA

1998 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,953 mi
Last recorded27,953 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR691 EJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 27,953 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 27,716 miles

chain guard missing

Fail 17 May 2023 27,716 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

chain guard missing

Pass 7 Jul 2021 27,259 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front no mudguard

Rear no mudguard

Pass 24 Jun 2019 26,211 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 26,024 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 25,720 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 25,287 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 24,907 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 23,999 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 21,984 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2013 21,981 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 18,861 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 17,900 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 17,471 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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R691 EJA is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R691 EJA, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R691 EJA registered?

R691 EJA is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R691 EJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R691 EJA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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