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R136 LFX

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

44,077 mi
Last recorded44,077 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 LFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 44,077 miles

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))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 44,014 miles

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))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 38,010 miles

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))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 38,010 miles

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))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 30,878 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 30,712 miles

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))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 30,060 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 29,908 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 29,908 miles

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))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 29,150 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 29,126 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 29,126 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 28,653 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 28,074 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 27,417 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,191 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,773 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 24,014 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2010 21,269 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 May 2010 21,269 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 19,493 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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

Pass 16 May 2009 19,493 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 18,568 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 16,287 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 15,176 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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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.

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