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S46 KST

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,075 mi
Last recorded22,075 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS46 KST
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 22,075 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 22,075 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 22,058 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 22,054 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 22,050 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 22,047 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 22,011 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 19,173 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 19,173 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 18,217 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 16,373 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 May 2010 14,285 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2009 12,828 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 May 2008 10,351 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 May 2007 6,114 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 5,138 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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S46 KST is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S46 KST, 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 S46 KST registered?

S46 KST is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S46 KST safe to buy?

The MOT history for S46 KST shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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