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R146 YRB

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,134 mi
Last recorded17,134 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR146 YRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,134 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 16,608 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 16,453 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 15,129 miles

front and rear brakes binding

number plate not legal size(pre 2001)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 14,761 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 14,761 miles

Centre Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 14,484 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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R146 YRB is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YRB, 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 YRB registered?

R146 YRB is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R146 YRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R146 YRB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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