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P142 RTU

1997 Suzuki RF600

Turquoise Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

28,975 mi
Last recorded28,975 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP142 RTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 28,975 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 27,307 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,897 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 24,986 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 23,156 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,156 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 22,687 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 22,687 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 22,072 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,614 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 21,614 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 20,336 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 17,788 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 17,635 miles

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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P142 RTU is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Turquoise with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P142 RTU, 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 P142 RTU registered?

P142 RTU is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P142 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P142 RTU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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