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S443 VAY

1998 Suzuki XF650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,406 mi
Last recorded29,406 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS443 VAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 29,406 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 28,174 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 28,141 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 27,635 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 27,499 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 22,532 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,383 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,050 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 14,000 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jan 2006 12,020 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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S443 VAY is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 S443 VAY, 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 S443 VAY registered?

S443 VAY is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S443 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S443 VAY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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