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BAZ 8300

1997 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,491 mi
Last recorded11,491 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 8300
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 11,491 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 11,490 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 11,358 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 11,108 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 11,092 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 10,312 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc rivets worn(both sides) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 10,277 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 10,277 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 9,380 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF600?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
680
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 262
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 130
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
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BAZ 8300 is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 21,546 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 RF600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAZ 8300, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAZ 8300 registered?

BAZ 8300 is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is BAZ 8300 safe to buy?

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