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R78 KAF

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,426 mi
Last recorded38,426 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 KAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 38,426 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2017 38,426 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 32,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 32,419 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 32,774 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

chain rusty

wheel bearings not checked due to brakes binding

Pass 1 Sep 2012 29,087 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 24,562 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 19,457 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 19,238 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 18,017 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 17,644 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 17,096 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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R78 KAF is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R78 KAF, 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 R78 KAF registered?

R78 KAF is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R78 KAF safe to buy?

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