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S183 NUG

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,190 mi
Last recorded25,190 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS183 NUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 25,190 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 24,249 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 23,979 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 22,370 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 22,370 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 21,669 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 21,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 20,563 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 17,337 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 16,021 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 15,039 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 15,039 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,957 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 13,969 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,204 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,805 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 12,695 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 12,505 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,162 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 11,397 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 11,397 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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S183 NUG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S183 NUG, 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 S183 NUG registered?

S183 NUG is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S183 NUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S183 NUG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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