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R763 DJW

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

531,487 mi
Last recorded531,487 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR763 DJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 531,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 May 2014 53,142 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 May 2013 51,765 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 50,621 miles

front tyre on legal limit

Pass 14 Jun 2011 49,347 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 49,338 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 May 2010 44,740 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 44,733 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 43,279 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 35,664 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2005 34,605 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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R763 DJW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R763 DJW, 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 R763 DJW registered?

R763 DJW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 11 August 1997.

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