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R716 BBP

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,522 mi
Last recorded53,522 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 BBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,522 miles

number plate lamp inop

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

exhaust blow

front and rear tyres underinflated

front tyre perished

Fail 21 Apr 2017 53,522 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

exhaust blow

front and rear tyres underinflated

front tyre perished

number plate lamp inop

Pass 24 Jun 2015 53,182 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 51,406 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 48,942 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 47,214 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 45,468 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 42,725 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 42,198 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 42,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 39,577 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 39,555 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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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R716 BBP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R716 BBP, 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 R716 BBP registered?

R716 BBP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is R716 BBP safe to buy?

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