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P153 LJB

1997 Suzuki RF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,292 mi
Last recorded19,292 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP153 LJB
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,292 miles

Front tyre worn uneven but still legal

Pass 1 Aug 2016 19,127 miles

Nearside Front bolt missing from footrest

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,997 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 18,985 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 18,634 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 18,610 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2011 15,689 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre getting low on 2mm.

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 30 Jul 2010 13,079 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,548 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,191 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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P153 LJB is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P153 LJB, 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 P153 LJB registered?

P153 LJB is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P153 LJB safe to buy?

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