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R69 PCW

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

39,224 mi
Last recorded39,224 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR69 PCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 39,224 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 37,387 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 32,332 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 31,937 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 31,937 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 30,729 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 28,467 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

rear brake pads deteriorated & would benefit from replacement

Fail 25 Feb 2014 284,543 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

rear brake pads deteriorated & would benefit from replacement

Fail 9 Mar 2013 26,022 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2013 26,022 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 20,789 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 20,789 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 19,251 miles

number plate light not working ?

slight drag on front & rear wheels recommend inspection ?

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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R69 PCW is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R69 PCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R69 PCW registered?

R69 PCW is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R69 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R69 PCW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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