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N601 ERH

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Purple Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,429 mi
Last recorded53,429 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN601 ERH
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 53,429 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Offside Front Footrest slightly bent

Offside Handlebar has reduced clearance @ full lock

Fail 16 May 2025 53,429 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Footrest slightly bent

Offside Handlebar has reduced clearance @ full lock

Pass 25 Apr 2024 51,864 miles

footbrake lever damaged

Pass 18 Apr 2023 60,648 miles

right hand handlebar needs adjusting

Pass 19 Apr 2022 49,599 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2022 49,599 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 49,157 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 48,278 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2017 46,177 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 43,110 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 40,731 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 37,163 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 33,085 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 28,193 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 27,693 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 26,242 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 24,939 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 24,939 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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N601 ERH is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Purple with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N601 ERH, 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 N601 ERH registered?

N601 ERH is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 1 February 1996.

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