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N78 XFL

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Black Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,865 mi
Last recorded51,865 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN78 XFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 51,865 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 51,787 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 51,131 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 49,425 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 49,398 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 46,864 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 45,701 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 44,798 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 44,192 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 43,083 miles

slight play in rear suspension bush

Pass 17 Mar 2012 42,434 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 37,781 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 37,138 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 34,878 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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N78 XFL is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Black with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N78 XFL, 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 N78 XFL registered?

N78 XFL is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N78 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N78 XFL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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