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P43 AAM

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,309 mi
Last recorded19,309 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 AAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 19,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 19,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2015 19,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 19,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 19,283 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 19,283 miles

Centre Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 18,768 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 17,427 miles

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

engine has oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2011 13,010 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 10,042 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 10,042 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,872 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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P43 AAM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P43 AAM, 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 P43 AAM registered?

P43 AAM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P43 AAM safe to buy?

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