MOT Status
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43,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition no baffles fitted (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R408 DVR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.
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 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 R408 DVR, 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 R408 DVR registered?
R408 DVR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 27 May 1998.
Is R408 DVR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R408 DVR shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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