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R739 PNL

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

42,678 mi
Last recorded42,678 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR739 PNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 42,678 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 42,189 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 42,189 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 41,659 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 41,659 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 40,779 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 39,447 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 39,447 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2021 38,872 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 38,872 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 May 2019 37,660 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 35,629 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 34,857 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 33,224 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 33,224 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,997 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 31,684 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 3 May 2011 29,710 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 26,687 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 22,636 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 16,430 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,629 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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R739 PNL is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R739 PNL, 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 R739 PNL registered?

R739 PNL is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 April 1998.

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