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R568 MVO

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,402 mi
Last recorded2,402 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR568 MVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 2,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 589 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 683 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 333 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2015 41,248 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 37,829 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 34,487 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2012 34,485 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 30,198 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 25,769 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 25,768 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 10,278 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 17,353 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 16,107 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 15,671 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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R568 MVO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R568 MVO, 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 R568 MVO registered?

R568 MVO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R568 MVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R568 MVO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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