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B2 SHT

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,143 mi
Last recorded40,143 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 SHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 40,143 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2020 40,143 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 39,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 39,704 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2016 39,411 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 38,937 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 38,355 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

rear shock absorber resevoir supply pipe chaffing on heel plate

Pass 15 Oct 2012 37,499 miles

front tyre close to min

Pass 13 Sep 2011 36,210 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 35,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 35,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 33,359 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2007 29,539 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2006 27,665 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 25,621 miles

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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B2 SHT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B2 SHT, 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 B2 SHT registered?

B2 SHT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is B2 SHT safe to buy?

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