MOT Status
ValidMileage
89,637 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))
Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected loose on handle bar (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
headlight deflector fitted
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R383 BMV is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R383 BMV, 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 R383 BMV registered?
R383 BMV is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 23 September 1997.
Is R383 BMV safe to buy?
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