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R794 YBK

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

2,950 mi
Last recorded2,950 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR794 YBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 2,950 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 2,253 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 790 miles

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

Central Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 772 miles

Central All direction indicators not working indicators not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 37,714 miles

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

Central Front Valve stem slightly damaged light cracking in valve stem. (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 36,002 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 43,734 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 39,917 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,463 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 37,236 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 36,574 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 36,574 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 35,765 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Dec 2010 35,227 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2010 35,227 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2009 33,291 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 29,756 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 27,861 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2006 27,830 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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R794 YBK is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R794 YBK, 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 R794 YBK registered?

R794 YBK is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R794 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R794 YBK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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