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P115 THB

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,551 mi
Last recorded52,551 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP115 THB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 52,551 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 52,386 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 50,378 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 49,653 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 48,827 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 48,568 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 48,568 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 43,708 miles

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

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

front brake lever pivot worn

number plate lamp inoperative

Fail 3 Apr 2013 43,708 miles

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

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

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

front brake lever pivot worn

number plate lamp inoperative

Pass 16 Apr 2012 36,904 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 35,782 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 33,574 miles

number plate lamp not working

Pass 2 Apr 2009 30,188 miles

Nail in rear tyre

rear brake pads getting low.

Pass 2 Apr 2008 29,435 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 26,297 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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P115 THB is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P115 THB, 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 P115 THB registered?

P115 THB is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P115 THB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P115 THB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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