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R471 NEC

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

33,814 mi
Last recorded33,814 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 NEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 33,814 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 33,685 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 33,564 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 33,128 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 32,935 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 32,935 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 32,402 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 31,899 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 31,879 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2018 31,722 miles

FRONT AND REAR TYRE VALVES SHOWING SIGNS OF DETERIORATING

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,463 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 29,677 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 26,860 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 21,211 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 20,795 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 17,573 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 14,279 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 14,279 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,964 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 13,964 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,200 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 18,967 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 16,153 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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R471 NEC is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R471 NEC, 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 R471 NEC registered?

R471 NEC is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R471 NEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R471 NEC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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