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P105 TBV

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,919 mi
Last recorded36,919 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 TBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 36,919 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 33,517 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 33,446 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

number plate light dose not light when turned on

Pass 28 May 2007 33,192 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 33,192 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2006 28,453 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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P105 TBV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,468 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 P105 TBV, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P105 TBV registered?

P105 TBV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P105 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P105 TBV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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