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R336 BLE

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,956 mi
Last recorded26,956 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR336 BLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 26,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 26,159 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 26,159 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 25,831 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 23,731 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 23,727 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on sidewalls (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on sidewalls (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 23,725 miles

Central Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Fork seal slight weep. (2.3.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 23,655 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear cut in tread

Pass 12 Jun 2014 23,198 miles

Condensation in headlamp lenses/ beam image poor.

Horn weak but sufficiently audible.

OSR pillion footrest won't stay in upright position.

Pass 15 Jun 2013 21,858 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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 2 Aug 2011 21,817 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 21,817 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 21,817 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 21,800 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 21,800 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2005 28,642 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2005 28,642 miles

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

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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R336 BLE is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R336 BLE, 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 R336 BLE registered?

R336 BLE is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R336 BLE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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