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P833 SFR

1996 Suzuki RF600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

29,297 mi
Last recorded29,297 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF60025,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP833 SFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 29,297 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock knuckle front lower bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

lower radiator mount sheared off from engine

Pass 23 Apr 2025 28,955 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2021 28,928 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 28,923 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 28,912 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 28,778 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 28,487 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 28,482 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2011 28,482 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 28,482 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 28,482 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 22,431 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 22,431 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

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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P833 SFR is a 1996 Suzuki RF600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,806 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 P833 SFR, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P833 SFR registered?

P833 SFR is a 1996 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is P833 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P833 SFR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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