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R955 SLD

1998 Suzuki XF650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,066 mi
Last recorded45,066 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR955 SLD
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 45,066 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 45,027 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 44,580 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 44,432 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 43,352 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 43,352 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 43,228 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 43,219 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 37,144 miles

discs corroded

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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R955 SLD is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R955 SLD, 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 R955 SLD registered?

R955 SLD is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R955 SLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R955 SLD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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