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R270 FRT

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,070 mi
Last recorded21,070 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 FRT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 21,070 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 20,379 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 28 Apr 2012 20,379 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,198 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Mar 2010 17,175 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2009 16,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2008 14,245 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 14,245 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 12,997 miles

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

Front Upper Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2006 11,679 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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R270 FRT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R270 FRT, 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 R270 FRT registered?

R270 FRT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R270 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 FRT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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