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R302 KFG

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,425 mi
Last recorded66,425 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR302 KFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 66,425 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 66,205 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 65,673 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 65,673 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 65,559 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear tyre has slight cracking not down to the cords.

Pass 16 Mar 2018 65,020 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 64,915 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 64,767 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 64,257 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 60,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 48,474 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 36,195 miles

Clutch lever end fractured †Handlebars bent †small nail in rear tyre

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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R302 KFG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R302 KFG, 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 R302 KFG registered?

R302 KFG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R302 KFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R302 KFG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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