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R785 FBA

1998 Suzuki XF650

Multi-colour Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,293 mi
Last recorded28,293 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR785 FBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 28,293 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 27,608 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 27,423 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 24,738 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 24,738 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2016 23,637 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,360 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 16,980 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 16,073 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

exhaust clamp missing but not leaking

Pass 16 May 2013 16,073 miles

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

exhaust clamp missing but not leaking

Pass 27 Jul 2011 15,017 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,918 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 14,035 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 13,878 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 12,807 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 12,174 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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R785 FBA is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Multi-colour with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R785 FBA, 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 R785 FBA registered?

R785 FBA is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R785 FBA safe to buy?

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