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R35 DKX

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

13,874 mi
Last recorded13,874 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR35 DKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 13,874 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2023 12,248 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 10,497 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 8,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 8,135 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 8,135 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 7,412 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 7,006 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 6,194 miles

advise attention to front slider boots and brake service

Pass 9 Feb 2010 6,191 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 6,191 miles

Offside Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2009 6,179 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 6,139 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 6,046 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 5,889 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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R35 DKX is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 R35 DKX, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R35 DKX registered?

R35 DKX is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R35 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R35 DKX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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