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S42 UAL

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,817 mi
Last recorded20,817 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 UAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 20,817 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 20,572 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 18,801 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 18,798 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 18,389 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 16,332 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

accident damage to tank and fairing

Fail 1 Jun 2011 16,329 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

accident damage to tank and fairing

Pass 28 Jul 2007 15,889 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 15,120 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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S42 UAL is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S42 UAL, 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 S42 UAL registered?

S42 UAL is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S42 UAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 UAL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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