MOT Status
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44,077 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose cable tied down (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose cable tied down (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively Very slightly (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Also cable tied to swing arm, cable tie damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively Very slightly (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Also cable tied to swing arm, cable tie damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Headlamp lens seriously defective pattern kicks to the right (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies REAR SWITCH (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R136 LFX is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.
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 R136 LFX, 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 R136 LFX registered?
R136 LFX is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R136 LFX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R136 LFX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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