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R379 USP

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,406 mi
Last recorded20,406 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 USP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 20,406 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 19,258 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 18,617 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 18,607 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases an insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working with both controls (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 18,172 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly warped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 18,167 miles

Front Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock cables x horn x electrical wires all fouling steering lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and under inflated (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly warped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 17,715 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 16,881 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 15,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 15,267 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,981 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 14,727 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 14,229 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 18,817 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 11,400 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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R379 USP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R379 USP, 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 R379 USP registered?

R379 USP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R379 USP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R379 USP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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