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P240 NLO

1997 Suzuki RF600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,062 mi
Last recorded33,062 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP240 NLO
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 33,062 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 32,673 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 32,668 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 30,844 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 28,837 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 28,184 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pads almost worn to there limit

off side front damper; wet.

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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P240 NLO is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P240 NLO, 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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How do I check the history of P240 NLO?

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What year was P240 NLO registered?

P240 NLO is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P240 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P240 NLO shows 6 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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