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M857 FFB

1995 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,696 mi
Last recorded27,696 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Bandit26,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM857 FFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 27,696 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 26,971 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 26,253 miles

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

oil leak bottom of nearside fork leg

Fail 16 Jun 2015 26,246 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

oil leak bottom of nearside fork leg

Pass 24 Feb 2014 25,287 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 25,287 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 24,241 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2011 22,805 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 21,407 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2010 21,407 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 20,686 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 19,689 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2007 18,063 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 18,063 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 18,360 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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M857 FFB is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 26,166 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 M857 FFB, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M857 FFB registered?

M857 FFB is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 8 June 1995.

Is M857 FFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M857 FFB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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