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R345 LAP

1998 Suzuki XF650

Silver Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

1,239 mi
Last recorded1,239 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR345 LAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 1,239 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 12,039 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 1,239 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 1,239 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 1,239 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 24,223 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 23,726 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014 23,713 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 22,192 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 20,889 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,889 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 20,846 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 19,448 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,448 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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R345 LAP is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Silver with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,002 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 XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R345 LAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R345 LAP registered?

R345 LAP is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R345 LAP safe to buy?

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