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R345 END

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

38,171 mi
Last recorded38,171 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR345 END
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 38,171 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced some LEDs not functioning (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 36,766 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 36,755 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 36,605 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 36,605 miles

Stop lamp not working brake control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 35,602 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 34,483 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 22,428 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 20,159 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 20,157 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 19,433 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 19,431 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 17,888 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 17,886 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 1 May 2012 15,801 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 191,465 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 15,768 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 14,863 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,722 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 13,200 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 11,998 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 11,085 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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R345 END is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R345 END, 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 R345 END registered?

R345 END is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R345 END safe to buy?

The MOT history for R345 END shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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