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P685 GLS

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,464 mi
Last recorded21,464 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP685 GLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 21,464 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2013 21,464 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 21,464 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 19,881 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 17,732 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2010 17,732 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 15,669 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,671 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 14,363 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 11,705 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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P685 GLS is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P685 GLS, 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 P685 GLS registered?

P685 GLS is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 22 May 1997.

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