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R193 JKP

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

1,153 mi
Last recorded1,153 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 JKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 1,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 52 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 52 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Dip and High beam switch work in reverse

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 52,708 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2019 52,709 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 48,308 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 48,307 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 42,850 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 42,850 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 39,786 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,748 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 39,665 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 39,377 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 38,587 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 37,758 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 37,392 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 36,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 36,284 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 35,439 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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R193 JKP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R193 JKP, 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 R193 JKP registered?

R193 JKP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R193 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R193 JKP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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