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R636 KRH

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,405 mi
Last recorded20,405 miles
Recorded on23 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR636 KRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2020 20,405 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 20,402 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 19,859 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,290 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 19,290 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,182 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 17,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 17,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 17,849 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 17,310 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2008 17,310 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,948 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 16,638 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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R636 KRH is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,157cc 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 R636 KRH, 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 R636 KRH registered?

R636 KRH is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 30 August 1997.

Is R636 KRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R636 KRH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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