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R119 MCW

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

2,424 mi
Last recorded2,424 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 MCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 2,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 2,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 2,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 1,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 1,622 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,751 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 32,119 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

small oil leak coming from engine rocker cover

Pass 5 Aug 2016 30,952 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,892 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 28,594 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 24,187 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 24,187 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 21,969 miles

SMALL CUT IN REAR TYRE TREAD CORD NOT EXPOSED

Fail 24 Apr 2012 21,969 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

SMALL CUT IN REAR TYRE TREAD CORD NOT EXPOSED

Fail 4 Mar 2011 17,700 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 17,700 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 15,900 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2010 15,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 11,313 miles

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

left hand riders foot rest bushes rubber perished

Pass 18 Jan 2007 11,247 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 10,735 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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R119 MCW is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 R119 MCW, 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.

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What year was R119 MCW registered?

R119 MCW is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 7 October 1997.

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