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R761 JAF

1998 Suzuki XF650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

66,562 mi
Last recorded66,562 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 JAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 66,562 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 May 2021 66,562 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2009 60,835 miles

front fork stanchions have a light misting .

Pass 16 Apr 2008 51,388 miles

Some pitting on front fork stanchions is evident.

Some slackness evident on front disc alignment bobbins.

Fail 2 Apr 2008 51,386 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Some pitting on front fork stanchions is evident.

Some slackness evident on front disc alignment bobbins.

Pass 23 Apr 2007 46,347 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 46,346 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 40,302 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 40,240 miles

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Lower Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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

Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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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R761 JAF is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R761 JAF, 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 R761 JAF registered?

R761 JAF is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R761 JAF safe to buy?

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