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R308 FGR

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,055 mi
Last recorded11,055 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 FGR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 11,055 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 10,993 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 10,833 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 10,781 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 10,643 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 9,946 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 9,432 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 8,355 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 7,610 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 7,274 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 7,133 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 7,133 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 6,854 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 6,825 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 6,597 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 6,340 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 6,340 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 6,314 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,157 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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R308 FGR is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 R308 FGR, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R308 FGR registered?

R308 FGR is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R308 FGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 FGR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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