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R696 LNK

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

59,731 mi
Last recorded59,731 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR696 LNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 59,731 miles

Front brake fluid low

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 59,576 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front fluid level low

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned borderline (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 52,911 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 52,911 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 45,086 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 35,194 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 29,763 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 29,246 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 29,236 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fuel system component insecure Fuel Tank Insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 28,708 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 28,705 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 52,190 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 51,917 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 51,679 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 51,382 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 46,261 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 45,721 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 44,744 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 44,744 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 38,751 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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R696 LNK is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R696 LNK, 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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R696 LNK is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 26 February 1998.

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