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P822 UTM

1997 Suzuki RF600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,605 mi
Last recorded32,605 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP822 UTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 32,605 miles

Nearside Front Foot peg rubber worn but not excessive

Fail 17 Jan 2026 32,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Foot peg rubber worn but not excessive

Pass 20 Mar 2023 32,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 32,437 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 31,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 31,568 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2016 31,563 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

1 rear brake light not working

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 31,236 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 28,432 miles

Change Brakefluid

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2013 19,755 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 19,668 miles

Front Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 19,404 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 19,365 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2007 18,565 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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P822 UTM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P822 UTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P822 UTM registered?

P822 UTM is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 8 May 1997.

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