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R177 RSA

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,292 mi
Last recorded20,292 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR177 RSA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2025 20,292 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 20,188 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 20,163 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 20,066 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,831 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 19,504 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 18,934 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 18,661 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,415 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 17,830 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 16,684 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 16,138 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 16,138 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 15,226 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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R177 RSA is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R177 RSA, 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 R177 RSA registered?

R177 RSA is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R177 RSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R177 RSA shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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