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S659 CTC

1998 Suzuki XF650

Maroon Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,771 mi
Last recorded32,771 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS659 CTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 32,771 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 32,749 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 32,669 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 32,667 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 32,307 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 32,307 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 32,098 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 32,098 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 31,933 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 31,855 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 31,556 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 31,357 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 31,357 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 31,082 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 30,673 miles

front brake caliper dust seal incorrectly fitted

Fail 7 Jul 2014 30,673 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front brake caliper dust seal incorrectly fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,971 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 29,033 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 29,033 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 28,749 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 28,028 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 28,028 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 26,299 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 26,299 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 25,061 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 24,005 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 24,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2007 18,320 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,616 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 171,300 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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S659 CTC is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Maroon with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S659 CTC, 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 S659 CTC registered?

S659 CTC is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S659 CTC safe to buy?

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