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S989 KGC

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,190 mi
Last recorded61,190 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS989 KGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 61,190 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 61,190 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 52,270 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 50,354 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 47,736 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 47,724 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2020 45,164 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 41,967 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 39,784 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 37,218 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 34,899 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 32,505 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 30,369 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,524 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 28,307 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 28,307 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 28,291 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 27,978 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 27,617 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 26,968 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 26,964 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 25,250 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 24,531 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2005 18,232 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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S989 KGC is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 S989 KGC, 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 S989 KGC registered?

S989 KGC is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S989 KGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S989 KGC shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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