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R896 MJT

1997 Suzuki XF650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

28,129 mi
Last recorded28,129 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR896 MJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 28,129 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 28,129 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 May 2025 28,549 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 26,833 miles

Drive chain slightly loose Requires adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Requires cleaning and oil (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake disc bobbins corroded

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Oil cooler pipes corroded

Road spring corroded Rear shock spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Wheel damaged but not to excess Damage to front rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded Front and rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 8 Jun 2024 26,812 miles

Fork yoke insecure Top yoke bolts loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock Hand guards stopping operation (2.1.4 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Front pads (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose Requires adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Requires cleaning and oil (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Oil cooler pipes corroded

Road spring corroded Rear shock spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel damaged but not to excess Damage to front rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded Front and rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 26,479 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 26,479 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 25,576 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass light inoperative

Fail 5 Nov 2020 25,574 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass light inoperative

Pass 2 Apr 2019 22,823 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 22,609 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2014 22,609 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 21,397 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,864 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 May 2010 20,311 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 19,390 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 18,046 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,066 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 16,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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R896 MJT is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R896 MJT, 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 R896 MJT registered?

R896 MJT is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 5 November 1997.

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