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Suzuki Bandit

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 599 cc

R407 BTCMOT history

R407 BTC is a green petrol Suzuki Bandit first used on 16 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 28,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
28,311 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R407 BTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Bandit
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R407 BTC was last recorded at 28,311 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,284 miles · 21 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,311 miles
  • 2024 – 28,284 miles
  • 2023 – 28,279 miles
  • 2020 – 26,147 miles
  • 2019 – 22,369 miles
  • 2018 – 21,645 miles
  • 2017 – 20,906 miles
  • 2016 – 18,590 miles
  • 2015 – 18,310 miles
  • 2014 – 17,996 miles
  • 2013 – 17,334 miles
  • 2012 – 16,974 miles
  • 2011 – 15,559 miles
  • 2010 – 14,561 miles
  • 2009 – 13,617 miles
  • 2008 – 12,435 miles
  • 2007 – 11,956 miles
  • 2006 – 11,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,311 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,311 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    783111050695
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass28,284 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    28,284 miles
    Test number
    359451353183
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass28,279 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    28,279 miles
    Test number
    416194509618
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail28,279 miles (+2,132)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,279 miles
    Test number
    813247678291
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass26,147 miles (+3,778)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    26,147 miles
    Test number
    188970571606
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass22,369 miles (+724)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    698968326951
    • MinorFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront (SLIGHT CRACKING OF RUBBER COMPOUND BUT NO PLY CORD SHOWING)

  7. Pass21,645 miles (+739)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    21,645 miles
    Test number
    520353355047
    • AdvisoryFront Front tyre cracking between tread (not deep enough to expose cord)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Front sprocket (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Rear sprocket (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  8. Pass20,906 miles (+2,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    20,906 miles
    Test number
    143202892298
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  9. Pass18,590 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    18,590 miles
    Test number
    708370402773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,310 miles (+314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    18,310 miles
    Test number
    168230375443
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  11. Pass17,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    17,996 miles
    Test number
    459591174010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail17,996 miles (+662)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,996 miles
    Test number
    779821474089
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

  13. Pass17,334 miles (+360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    17,334 miles
    Test number
    188194573048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Fail16,974 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,974 miles
    Test number
    269116772096
    • Repaired at testFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  15. Pass16,974 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    16,974 miles
    Test number
    976116772011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,559 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    15,559 miles
    Test number
    259211071040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,561 miles (+944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,561 miles
    Test number
    744218770039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  18. Pass13,617 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,617 miles
    Test number
    630652579018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,435 miles (+479)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,435 miles
    Test number
    144154478048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,956 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,956 miles
    Test number
    532345677075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,366 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    11,366 miles
    Test number
    682543286086
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Questions about R407 BTC

Does R407 BTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R407 BTC is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R407 BTC?
The MOT on R407 BTC is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R407 BTC done?
R407 BTC was recorded at 28,311 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 826 miles a year.
Has R407 BTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R407 BTC has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on R407 BTC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R407 BTC find?
R407 BTC passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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