MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
185 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Footrest slightly loose Rubber mounts (6.2.12 (a))
Frame modified
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached shock bolt to short only half way in nut (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake rod insecure reaction bracket securing bolt to short not through lock not (1.1.15 (c))
Registration plate inscription illegible number 6 on plate can be misread has an 8 (0.1 (b))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Central Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
rear of bike frame has been modified rear wheel and tyre protrudes past frame shortened so wheel is exposed
Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
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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R146 GLG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 R146 GLG, 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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What year was R146 GLG registered?
R146 GLG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1998.
Is R146 GLG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R146 GLG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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