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R396 KWO

1998 Suzuki RF600

Turquoise Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,581 mi
Last recorded31,581 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki RF60019,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 KWO
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 31,581 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 30,844 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 30,495 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2022
Pass 7 May 2021 30,187 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 27,063 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

slight binding on front brake

Pass 23 Apr 2014 27,063 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

slight binding on front brake

Pass 26 Apr 2013 25,581 miles

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

Rear brake slightly binding

Rear brake slightly spongy

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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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R396 KWO is a 1998 Suzuki RF600 in Turquoise with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 19,971 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 R396 KWO, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R396 KWO registered?

R396 KWO is a 1998 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R396 KWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 KWO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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