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R167 VFR

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,075 mi
Last recorded85,075 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR167 VFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,075 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 85,075 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 85,077 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 81,306 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 74,222 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 68,104 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 68,081 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2008 60,076 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 54,003 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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R167 VFR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R167 VFR, 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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R167 VFR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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