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P263 NWG

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

10,127 mi
Last recorded10,127 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 NWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 10,127 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 10,127 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 9,942 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 9,751 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 9,453 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 7,654 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 7,187 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 7,174 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 6,807 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 6,083 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 5,874 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2013 5,874 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 5,460 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2010 4,750 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 4,750 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 4,612 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2007 4,249 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2006 4,033 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P263 NWG is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P263 NWG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P263 NWG?

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What year was P263 NWG registered?

P263 NWG is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P263 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 NWG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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