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V948 GBF

1999 Suzuki RF900

Purple Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

22,681 mi
Last recorded22,681 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki RF90020,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV948 GBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 22,681 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear rear shock has signs of corrosion but not to excess

both tyres are over 15 years old

Pass 10 Nov 2021 22,236 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear shock has some light corrosion but not excessive

Pass 5 Nov 2020 22,062 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 22,062 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 21,769 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 21,368 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 21,044 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 20,755 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 20,526 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 20,188 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 19,745 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 19,745 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 19,554 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,757 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 18,495 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 17,932 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 17,201 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 17,201 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 16,204 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 12,718 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900?

Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
769
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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V948 GBF is a 1999 Suzuki RF900 in Purple with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki RF900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 20,188 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 RF900 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V948 GBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki RF900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V948 GBF registered?

V948 GBF is a 1999 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V948 GBF safe to buy?

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