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R998 YRB

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

21,720 mi
Last recorded21,720 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 YRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 21,720 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2024 21,703 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 21,644 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 21,644 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 21,533 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 21,533 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 21,396 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 21,063 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 20,729 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 May 2017 20,677 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 20,477 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 20,045 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 18,820 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 18,731 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 18,621 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 18,612 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 17,459 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,052 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 16,223 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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R998 YRB is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 R998 YRB, 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 R998 YRB registered?

R998 YRB is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R998 YRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 YRB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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