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YDZ 8044

1998 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,701 mi
Last recorded42,701 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Bandit26,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDZ 8044
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,701 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 42,701 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Nearside Inner Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 42,570 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2012 40,694 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 38,815 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 37,652 miles

rear n/s footrest need some attention

Pass 28 May 2009 30,149 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 30,149 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 25,986 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 25,030 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 May 2006 22,474 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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YDZ 8044 is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YDZ 8044, 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 YDZ 8044 registered?

YDZ 8044 is a 1998 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is YDZ 8044 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDZ 8044 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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