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R544 CVR

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

51,564 mi
Last recorded51,564 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 CVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 51,564 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 51,552 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 51,540 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 51,499 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 51,473 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 51,320 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 51,146 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 50,173 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 49,620 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 49,610 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 48,852 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 47,360 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 45,167 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 39,928 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 34,298 miles

rear tyre slightly worn

Pass 9 Apr 2011 28,285 miles

front tyre close to the wear limit

Pass 4 Apr 2010 23,057 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 22,968 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2008 22,935 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 May 2007 21,638 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006
Fail 31 Mar 2006 20,743 miles

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

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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R544 CVR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R544 CVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R544 CVR registered?

R544 CVR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R544 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 CVR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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