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P318 PNP

1996 Suzuki RF900

Purple Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,549 mi
Last recorded26,549 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF90031,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 PNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 26,549 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 26,100 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 14 Dec 2019 26,044 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 24,756 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 24,603 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,380 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also nail in tyre (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2015 23,902 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 23,235 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 22,464 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 22,464 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,858 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Apr 2011 20,825 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 20,486 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 20,459 miles

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2009 19,917 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 18,802 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2006 17,749 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 17,749 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900?

Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
769
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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P318 PNP is a 1996 Suzuki RF900 in Purple with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 31,440 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 RF900 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P318 PNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki RF900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P318 PNP is a 1996 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P318 PNP safe to buy?

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