MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,855 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R698 XDB is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 R698 XDB, 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 R698 XDB registered?
R698 XDB is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 August 1997.
Is R698 XDB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R698 XDB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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