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P106 HKR

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,377 mi
Last recorded12,377 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP106 HKR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 12,377 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 12,166 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 12,019 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 11,985 miles

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 11,692 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 11,389 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,228 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 10,968 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 10,638 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 10,421 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2006 8,100 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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P106 HKR is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P106 HKR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P106 HKR registered?

P106 HKR is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 8 October 1996.

Is P106 HKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P106 HKR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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