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R530 GAP

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,449 mi
Last recorded22,449 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 GAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 22,449 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort discs warped (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 22,449 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort discs warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 22,248 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 21,978 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 21,906 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 21,703 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 21,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 21,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 21,334 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 21,057 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 19,636 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

clutch very heavy

nearside of registration plae margin on limit

throttle operation stiff

Fail 31 Aug 2018 19,636 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

clutch very heavy

nearside of registration plae margin on limit

throttle operation stiff

Pass 1 Jul 2011 19,436 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

silencer clamp missing

Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,721 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 16,681 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 15,114 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 15,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 May 2007 12,303 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,678 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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R530 GAP is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R530 GAP, 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 R530 GAP registered?

R530 GAP is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R530 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 GAP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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