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A23 GSF

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,280 mi
Last recorded46,280 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 GSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 46,280 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 46,246 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2024 44,200 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 42,776 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 42,765 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 40,874 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 39,654 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 38,504 miles

Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively brake pedal clevis pin (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 36,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 60,905 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 57,451 miles

head stock centrlising slightley

Pass 22 Mar 2006 48,022 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 47,954 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?

Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
787
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 276
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 221
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 213
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 200
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 169
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A23 GSF is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 26,147 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 Bandit fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 276 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 GSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Bandit typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A23 GSF registered?

A23 GSF is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A23 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 GSF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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