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R768 HAT

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,911 mi
Last recorded22,911 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR768 HAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 22,911 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 22,100 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 21,916 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 21,497 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 20,523 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 19,416 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 19,416 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 19,243 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 18,940 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,288 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 15,319 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 14,862 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 14,425 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 13,667 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 12,125 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 10,059 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,056 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 5,056 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 4,894 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 4,894 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 3,697 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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R768 HAT is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 R768 HAT, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R768 HAT registered?

R768 HAT is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R768 HAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R768 HAT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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