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R32 YAL

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

36,885 mi
Last recorded36,885 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 YAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 36,885 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed from master cylinder on to frame (3.2.B3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel slight stiff to rotate

indicators flashing fast

Pass 28 Aug 2015 35,729 miles

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

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

chain guard missing

front wheel slight stiff to rotate

head lamp beam deflectors fitted

rear brake discs worn

rear engine bolt loose

Fail 21 Jul 2015 35,729 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Chain guard missing

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

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

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

rear engine mounting bolt loose

Pass 30 Jul 2014 35,647 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

headlamp slightly corroded on inner lower reflector .

Pass 14 Mar 2013 35,300 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 6 Mar 2013 35,300 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Fail 15 Sep 2011 35,277 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 33,219 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 33,219 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2009 29,420 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 280,487 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 280,376 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 27,774 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 27,521 miles

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

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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R32 YAL is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R32 YAL, 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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R32 YAL is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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