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R138 KGD

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,904 mi
Last recorded50,904 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 KGD
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 50,904 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 3,077 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 3,068 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 703 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 29,936 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 23,071 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Aug 2017 23,071 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 22,447 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 22,432 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 22,424 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2013 22,010 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2013 22,010 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2005 21,062 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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R138 KGD is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 R138 KGD, 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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R138 KGD is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 June 1998.

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