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R524 BLH

1998 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,343 mi
Last recorded31,343 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 BLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 31,343 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2024 31,340 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 31,078 miles

Central Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 31,070 miles

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

Central Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 28,674 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 28,662 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,925 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 27,918 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 27,336 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 26,672 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 25,936 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 24,960 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 23,763 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 23,763 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 19,689 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 19,689 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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R524 BLH is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R524 BLH, 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 R524 BLH registered?

R524 BLH is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R524 BLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 BLH shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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