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R347 END

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,721 mi
Last recorded23,721 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 END
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 23,721 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 23,683 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 4 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

ORIGINAL ODOMETER READING 23627

Pass 17 May 2022 23,517 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 23,504 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 23,347 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,193 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,695 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 21,753 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 20,611 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 19,741 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 17,067 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 12,756 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 8,800 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 8,613 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 8,613 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 7,700 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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R347 END is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 R347 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 R347 END registered?

R347 END is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R347 END safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 END shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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