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R234 SFR

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

28,265 mi
Last recorded28,265 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 SFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 28,265 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 27,980 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 27,979 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2021 27,942 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 27,642 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2016 27,223 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 26,300 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 26,300 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 25,682 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 25,682 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 25,350 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 22,619 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 22,619 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 20,857 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 18,386 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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R234 SFR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R234 SFR, 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 R234 SFR registered?

R234 SFR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is R234 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R234 SFR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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