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R146 GLG

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

185 mi
Last recorded185 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR146 GLG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 185 miles

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))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 12,500 miles

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))

Fail 15 Aug 2019 12,500 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 56,602 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 52,868 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 48,455 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 43,276 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 39,519 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 23,213 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 23,213 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 23,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2010 23,075 miles

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)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 22,676 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 22,676 miles

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)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 20,564 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 17,794 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 14,322 miles

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.

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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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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R146 GLG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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