MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,172 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
reg light inop
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
reg light inop
beam converter fitted
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R212 DCA is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 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 R212 DCA, 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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How do I check the history of R212 DCA?
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What year was R212 DCA registered?
R212 DCA is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R212 DCA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R212 DCA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R212 DCA have outstanding finance?
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