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R365 NJT

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,228 mi
Last recorded53,228 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 NJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 53,228 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 51,299 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 50,683 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 49,475 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,301 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 47,086 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 46,872 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 46,496 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 45,618 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 43,979 miles

exhaust slight blow

front brake slight spongy

Fail 7 Mar 2014 43,976 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

exhaust slight blow

front brake slight spongy

Pass 7 Aug 2012 41,103 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 39,059 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 35,067 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 34,968 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 32,570 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 32,557 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 27,232 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 25,114 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 23,656 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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R365 NJT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R365 NJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R365 NJT registered?

R365 NJT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R365 NJT safe to buy?

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