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R517 SOY

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

4,903 mi
Last recorded4,903 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR517 SOY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 4,903 miles

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

exhaust slightly noisy

Fail 18 Aug 2018 4,903 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 12 Aug 2017 3,878 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 2,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 2,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 562 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 422 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 322 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2011 68,842 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 67,820 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2008 67,820 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 59,161 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 59,161 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R517 SOY is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R517 SOY, 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 R517 SOY registered?

R517 SOY is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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