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R982 BDV

1997 Suzuki RF900R

Green Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

12,283 mi
Last recorded12,283 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF900R24,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 BDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 12,283 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 12,272 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2024 12,264 miles

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

Both front fork legs pitted

Pass 19 May 2023 12,245 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

front fork legs pitted

Pass 24 Aug 2020 12,240 miles

Light pitting front forks

Pass 11 Dec 2018 12,237 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 12,237 miles

Central Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Jan 2016 11,436 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 11,436 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on reg plate lamp (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 10,046 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 8,709 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,138 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 7,800 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2011 6,778 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 6,090 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,357 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 4,845 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 4,569 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 3,965 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900R?

Based on 12,255 MOT tests across 1,238 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 198
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 100
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 84
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R982 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R in Green with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 24,268 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki RF900R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R982 BDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R982 BDV registered?

R982 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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