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R962 HNA

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,922 mi
Last recorded26,922 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 HNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 26,922 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2025 26,893 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jul 2023 26,864 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 26,762 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 26,383 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 25,658 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 24,683 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 23,602 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 22,509 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,589 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 21,452 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 21,190 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 20,693 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 20,109 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 19,782 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 19,359 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 18,767 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 17,914 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 17,887 miles

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

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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R962 HNA is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R962 HNA, 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 R962 HNA registered?

R962 HNA is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R962 HNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R962 HNA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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