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L517 RYG

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Black Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,521 mi
Last recorded27,521 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL517 RYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 27,521 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 26,174 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 25,431 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 12 May 2023 24,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 23,805 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 23,613 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 21,424 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 21,000 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,629 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 20,077 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,021 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2012 18,119 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 18,112 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 18,110 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,962 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900R?

Based on 12,255 MOT tests across 1,238 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 198
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 100
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 84
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L517 RYG is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Black with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 27,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki RF900R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L517 RYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L517 RYG registered?

L517 RYG is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is L517 RYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L517 RYG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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