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R429 MFW

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,761 mi
Last recorded48,761 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 MFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 48,761 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 48,748 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 47,910 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 46,900 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 43,567 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 43,567 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2016 39,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 May 2015 37,048 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 34,644 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 32,739 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 32,739 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 31,714 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2011 28,882 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 May 2011 28,882 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 25,215 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 18,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 18,078 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 18,028 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 16,835 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 16,002 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 13,100 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2005 13,100 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R429 MFW is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R429 MFW, 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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R429 MFW is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 13 March 1998.

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