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R828 UBM

1997 Suzuki XF650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,997 mi
Last recorded91,997 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 UBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 91,997 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 91,527 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2024 91,527 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls connections on front brake, adjustment rear (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 90,779 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 90,299 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 89,028 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 85,363 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 80,960 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 76,477 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 70,934 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 65,741 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 63,879 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 58,654 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 53,414 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 48,753 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 43,818 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 38,440 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 34,145 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 28,362 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 22,857 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 18,419 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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R828 UBM is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,830 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 R828 UBM, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R828 UBM registered?

R828 UBM is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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