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G849 FTW

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,821 mi
Last recorded29,821 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG849 FTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2009 29,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 27,640 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 26,681 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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G849 FTW is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 G849 FTW, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G849 FTW registered?

G849 FTW is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is G849 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G849 FTW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G849 FTW have outstanding finance?

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