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P46 NBK

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,996 mi
Last recorded30,996 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP46 NBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 30,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 30,982 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 28,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 25,000 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,384 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn both (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 May 2016 21,495 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 20,798 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 20,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 18 Apr 2012 19,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 19,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 19,316 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 18,987 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 18,231 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 14 May 2008 18,231 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2007 17,523 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2006 16,101 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 16,101 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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P46 NBK is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P46 NBK, 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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P46 NBK is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 12 April 1997.

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