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S54 SVM

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,610 mi
Last recorded97,610 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS54 SVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 97,610 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 97,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 97,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 94,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 94,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 94,553 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 89,775 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 89,206 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 82,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

O/S Chain tensioner missing

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 76,025 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 69,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 62,686 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 56,819 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 56,819 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 52,016 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 50,673 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 45,777 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 45,777 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 41,482 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 41,482 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 36,681 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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S54 SVM is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 S54 SVM, 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 S54 SVM registered?

S54 SVM is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S54 SVM safe to buy?

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