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S541 ERR

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,154 mi
Last recorded11,154 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS541 ERR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 11,154 miles

Headlamp mask/converter fitted.

Pass 14 Oct 2025 11,128 miles

Headlamp masks fitted at time of test.

Pass 22 Oct 2024 11,033 miles

Headlamp mask / converter fitted at time of test.

Pass 3 Nov 2023 10,773 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 10,584 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 10,393 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 10,384 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2020 10,019 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 9,689 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 9,689 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 9,241 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 8,779 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 8,461 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 8,104 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2014 7,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2013 7,364 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2012 6,804 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 6,553 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 6,209 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 6,209 miles

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

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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S541 ERR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S541 ERR, 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 S541 ERR registered?

S541 ERR is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S541 ERR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S541 ERR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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