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N523 BJM

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,688 mi
Last recorded16,688 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN523 BJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,688 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 13,050 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 13,048 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,298 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 10,147 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 9,871 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 9,850 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 9,588 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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N523 BJM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N523 BJM, 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 N523 BJM registered?

N523 BJM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is N523 BJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N523 BJM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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