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N917 OTL

1996 Suzuki RF900

Red Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,362 mi
Last recorded54,362 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF90031,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN917 OTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 54,362 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 54,356 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 54,064 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 54,058 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Throttle operating incorrectly not returning to closed properly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 52,389 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2018 52,383 miles

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2017 50,014 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 47,505 miles

tested in wet conditions

Pass 18 Mar 2015 45,737 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 45,737 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 44,772 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 44,772 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 42,261 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front tyre out of shape

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Oct 2012 42,260 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front tyre out of shape

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2011 40,409 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 37,926 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 37,926 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 36,058 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 32,378 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 29,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 25,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front 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
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N917 OTL is a 1996 Suzuki RF900 in Red with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N917 OTL, 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

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What year was N917 OTL registered?

N917 OTL is a 1996 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N917 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N917 OTL shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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