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R954 BBP

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR954 BBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022
Pass 1 Jul 2021
Pass 8 Jun 2020 47,621 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 47,541 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 47,541 miles

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2017 47,119 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 47,119 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 May 2016 46,999 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 3 May 2016 46,999 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 46,493 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 44,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 44,881 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 43,729 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 42,306 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 41,512 miles

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 41,512 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 39,003 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 39,003 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 35,883 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 35,261 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 35,261 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 30,610 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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R954 BBP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 R954 BBP, 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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R954 BBP is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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