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R190 RSO

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,343 mi
Last recorded48,343 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR190 RSO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 48,343 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 48,308 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 48,114 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 48,008 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 47,930 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 47,843 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 47,775 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 47,444 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 45,688 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 44,915 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 42,456 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 39,291 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 39,083 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 May 2014 39,083 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 36,326 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 35,773 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 32,302 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 25,534 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 25,534 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 20,037 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 17,888 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 16,456 miles

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

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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R190 RSO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R190 RSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R190 RSO registered?

R190 RSO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R190 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R190 RSO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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