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R878 EOT

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,548 mi
Last recorded16,548 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 EOT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 16,548 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 15,747 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 15,747 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 14,522 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 14,522 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 13,242 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 11,593 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 9,594 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 8,727 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,165 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 7,231 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 7,231 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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R878 EOT 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 R878 EOT, 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 R878 EOT registered?

R878 EOT is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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