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R210 XKU

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,205 mi
Last recorded21,205 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR210 XKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 21,205 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 20,689 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2011 20,517 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 May 2011 20,517 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 20,307 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 20,281 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 17,993 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 15,904 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 15,570 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 15,570 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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R210 XKU is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R210 XKU, 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 R210 XKU registered?

R210 XKU is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R210 XKU safe to buy?

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