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R326 LKH

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,657 mi
Last recorded42,657 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 LKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 42,657 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 42,171 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 41,950 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 41,798 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 41,778 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 41,337 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 41,337 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 40,825 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 39,361 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,158 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 38,158 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 37,633 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 36,781 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 34,992 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 32,103 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 31,254 miles

plastic cap missing from rear brake caliper

Pass 18 Jun 2011 29,200 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 28,839 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 25,032 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 24,958 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 24,691 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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R326 LKH is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R326 LKH, 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 R326 LKH registered?

R326 LKH is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R326 LKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 LKH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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