CarVerify

Free Car Check

N49 NHS

1996 Suzuki RF900

Purple Petrol 937cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,778 mi
Last recorded31,778 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF90031,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN49 NHS
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 31,778 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 30,887 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 29,862 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 28,937 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 27,483 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 27,005 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 26,223 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 24,241 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 24,182 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,810 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 22,802 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 21,858 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 21,858 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 May 2008 20,310 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 18,238 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 16,955 miles

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

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
Full Suzuki RF900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N49 NHS is a 1996 Suzuki RF900 in Purple with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 31,440 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 N49 NHS, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki RF900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N49 NHS?

You can check the full history of N49 NHS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N49 NHS registered?

N49 NHS is a 1996 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 9 March 1996.

Is N49 NHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N49 NHS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N49 NHS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N49 NHS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.