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R87 TJR

1997 Suzuki XF650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,699 mi
Last recorded29,699 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 TJR
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 29,699 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 29,699 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 28,650 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 28,627 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 27,959 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,598 miles

rear brake disc badly pitted

Fail 28 Jul 2007 22,598 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear brake disc badly pitted

Pass 22 Jul 2006 15,929 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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R87 TJR is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 R87 TJR, 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 R87 TJR registered?

R87 TJR is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R87 TJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R87 TJR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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