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R513 OCW

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Orange Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,718 mi
Last recorded33,718 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 OCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 33,718 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear brake effort poor

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

headlamp aim converter fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2015 33,641 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 33,579 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 33,002 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside front fork seal slightly deteriorated,but not leaking at this time.

Pass 20 Jul 2012 32,668 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 31,494 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 30,810 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 29,605 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 29,371 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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R513 OCW is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Orange with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R513 OCW, 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 R513 OCW registered?

R513 OCW is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R513 OCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R513 OCW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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