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R168 NGN

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,331 mi
Last recorded48,331 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR168 NGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 48,331 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 41,408 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 41,322 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,843 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 34,568 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 34,347 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 29,702 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 21,603 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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R168 NGN is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R168 NGN, 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 R168 NGN registered?

R168 NGN is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R168 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R168 NGN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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