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R808 WHH

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,268 mi
Last recorded23,268 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 WHH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 23,268 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 23,112 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 22,843 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 22,604 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 22,071 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 21,752 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 21,451 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 21,196 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 20,986 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 20,081 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 20,008 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 19,506 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 19,362 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 17,934 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 17,143 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 16,580 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R808 WHH is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R808 WHH, 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 R808 WHH registered?

R808 WHH is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R808 WHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 WHH shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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