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P143 TEW

1997 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,448 mi
Last recorded35,448 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP143 TEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 35,448 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 35,441 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 35,026 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 34,491 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 33,325 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 32,425 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 32,078 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,772 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 31,477 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 30,925 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 29,316 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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P143 TEW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P143 TEW, 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 P143 TEW registered?

P143 TEW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 5 July 1997.

Is P143 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P143 TEW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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