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R352 WTP

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

12,915 mi
Last recorded12,915 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR352 WTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 12,915 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 12,730 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 12,247 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear pads corroded?

Pass 23 Mar 2022 11,865 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 11,865 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 10,882 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 10,882 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2018 9,888 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 May 2017 8,998 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 May 2017 8,998 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 May 2016 7,363 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 4,101 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 3,799 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 3,392 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 3,164 miles

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

offside riders footpeg loose but not insecure

Pass 9 May 2009 2,897 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 658 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 19,937 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 19,802 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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R352 WTP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R352 WTP, 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 R352 WTP registered?

R352 WTP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R352 WTP safe to buy?

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