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R383 BMV

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

89,637 mi
Last recorded89,637 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR383 BMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 89,637 miles

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))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 89,637 miles

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))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 87,112 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 87,037 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 86,501 miles

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))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 85,948 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 85,948 miles

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))

Pass 21 May 2021 82,341 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 79,764 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 79,700 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 78,497 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 75,170 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 67,071 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 62,883 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 62,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 62,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 62,109 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 60,868 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 60,868 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 58,946 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 58,946 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 56,430 miles

headlight deflector fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2006 56,358 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 56,358 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 56,074 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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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.

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