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R753 SFJ

1998 Suzuki XF650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,520 mi
Last recorded48,520 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR753 SFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 48,520 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 47,931 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 47,306 miles

Front Tyre slightly perished

Rear Tyre slightly perished

Fail 30 Aug 2019 47,306 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly perished

Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Jun 2018 47,128 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 47,128 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,079 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2016 47,079 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2015 47,079 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 47,079 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 47,079 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 46,796 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 44,791 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 40,119 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 36,249 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 36,249 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 33,697 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 33,691 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2006 31,011 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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R753 SFJ is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 R753 SFJ, 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 R753 SFJ registered?

R753 SFJ is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R753 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R753 SFJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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