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R245 AKO

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,050 mi
Last recorded19,050 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 AKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 19,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 19,046 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 19,025 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 18,955 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 18,888 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 18,737 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 18,598 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 18,520 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 18,445 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 18,390 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 21,960 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 21,418 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 21,418 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 20,833 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 20,130 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 19,821 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 18,677 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 May 2009 17,838 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,288 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 13,743 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,364 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,364 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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R245 AKO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R245 AKO, 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

How do I check the history of R245 AKO?

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What year was R245 AKO registered?

R245 AKO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R245 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R245 AKO shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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