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S794 JGO

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,952 mi
Last recorded48,952 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS794 JGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 48,952 miles

Front Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Oct 2016 48,863 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 48,461 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 48,461 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 May 2014 47,820 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2013 45,623 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 43,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 13 Mar 2012 43,364 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2010 35,590 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2009 29,630 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 31 Oct 2009 29,629 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 25,379 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2007 22,475 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 19,960 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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S794 JGO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S794 JGO, 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 S794 JGO registered?

S794 JGO is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 October 1998.

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