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R291 NRC

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

66,893 mi
Last recorded66,893 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 NRC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 66,893 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 66,597 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 65,556 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 63,873 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 62,560 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 61,564 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 61,297 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 61,294 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2016 60,980 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 59,400 miles

missfire

Pass 2 May 2013 58,911 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 57,205 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 55,050 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 52,512 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 48,813 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 44,543 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 43,164 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 38,725 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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R291 NRC is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R291 NRC, 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 R291 NRC registered?

R291 NRC is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R291 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 NRC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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