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R714 KMV

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,648 mi
Last recorded37,648 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 KMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 37,648 miles

Nearside Front indicator lense missing

Rear brake bind

Steering headbearing has slight free play ? (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 37,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 37,623 miles

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

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 36,903 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 36,763 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 35,997 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 34,949 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 32,722 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 27,641 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 26,654 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 25,793 miles

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

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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R714 KMV is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R714 KMV, 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 R714 KMV registered?

R714 KMV is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R714 KMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R714 KMV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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