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S221 TUJ

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

48,768 mi
Last recorded48,768 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS221 TUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 48,768 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2018 48,763 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 48,290 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 48,250 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 47,675 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front brake lever notchy in operation

handlebar grips excessively worn

Rear exhaust system fouling rear swingarm - dangerous should not be ridden

Pass 8 Sep 2015 46,636 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 46,636 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,537 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 May 2013 40,064 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 40,064 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 31,363 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 31,354 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 26,997 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 25,661 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 24,744 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 24,743 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 21,660 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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S221 TUJ is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 S221 TUJ, 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 S221 TUJ registered?

S221 TUJ is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 4 November 1998.

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