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R182 XEC

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,931 mi
Last recorded40,931 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR182 XEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 40,931 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 40,806 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 40,485 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 39,634 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 38,911 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 38,028 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 36,391 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 36,391 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 34,905 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,648 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2014 29,520 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 27,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,020 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,035 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,214 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 19,214 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,926 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 12,906 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,669 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 6,377 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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R182 XEC is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 R182 XEC, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R182 XEC registered?

R182 XEC is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R182 XEC safe to buy?

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