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N989 MWV

1996 Suzuki RF900

Purple Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,131 mi
Last recorded33,131 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF90031,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 MWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 33,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2024 33,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 32,722 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 3 Jan 2019 32,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 30,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 29,920 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 29,914 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,556 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,013 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 29,013 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,773 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 27,765 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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N989 MWV is a 1996 Suzuki RF900 in Purple with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N989 MWV, 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 N989 MWV registered?

N989 MWV is a 1996 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N989 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N989 MWV shows 12 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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