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R981 ENE

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,156 mi
Last recorded21,156 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 ENE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 21,156 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 21,076 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 21,076 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 21,070 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 20,740 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 24,908 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 22,345 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 20,379 miles

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Pass 27 Apr 2006 19,811 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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R981 ENE is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R981 ENE, 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 R981 ENE registered?

R981 ENE is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R981 ENE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R981 ENE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R981 ENE have outstanding finance?

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