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R194 PFR

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,557 mi
Last recorded49,557 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR194 PFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 49,557 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 49,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2018 48,357 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 48,357 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Apr 2009 39,349 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 39,349 miles

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

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,656 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 24,656 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 24,293 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 May 2006 21,817 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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R194 PFR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R194 PFR, 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 R194 PFR registered?

R194 PFR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R194 PFR safe to buy?

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