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S45 JRA

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,678 mi
Last recorded33,678 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS45 JRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 33,678 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 32,846 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 31,553 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 30,228 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 28,297 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 26,801 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 22,447 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 21,672 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 18,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 17,312 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 17,312 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

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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S45 JRA is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S45 JRA, 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 S45 JRA registered?

S45 JRA is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S45 JRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S45 JRA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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