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R558 TSN

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

93,143 mi
Last recorded93,143 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR558 TSN
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 93,143 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 92,847 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 90,727 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 90,090 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 88,808 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 87,927 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 87,809 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 86,380 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 84,448 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 79,886 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 77,028 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 75,000 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 74,516 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 74,516 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2009 72,187 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 70,513 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 67,760 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 64,174 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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R558 TSN is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R558 TSN, 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 R558 TSN registered?

R558 TSN is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R558 TSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R558 TSN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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