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R643 GGY

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,791 mi
Last recorded18,791 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR643 GGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 18,791 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 18,791 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 33,103 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 25,247 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 25,220 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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R643 GGY is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R643 GGY, 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 R643 GGY registered?

R643 GGY is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R643 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R643 GGY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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