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P409 MOL

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

17,751 mi
Last recorded17,751 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP409 MOL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 May 2019 17,751 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 17,436 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 17,436 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 17,334 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 16,881 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 16,624 miles

Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,624 miles

Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 16,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

l/h front foot rest rubber worn

Pass 27 Aug 2010 16,083 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 16,079 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 15,973 miles

Front and rear brakes need servicing.

Fail 8 Oct 2008 15,970 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 15,565 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 15,565 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 15,351 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 15,348 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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P409 MOL is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 P409 MOL, 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 P409 MOL registered?

P409 MOL is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is P409 MOL safe to buy?

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