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K15 FOC

1997 Suzuki RF600

Bronze Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,574 mi
Last recorded7,574 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 FOC
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2015 7,574 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Upper Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

Offside Upper Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 6,546 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 25,202 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front brake slihtly spongy

Pass 27 Nov 2008 19,302 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 14,423 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 14,423 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 12,995 miles

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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K15 FOC is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Bronze with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K15 FOC, 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.

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What year was K15 FOC registered?

K15 FOC is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 5 April 1997.

Is K15 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K15 FOC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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