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P117 AFE

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,677 mi
Last recorded16,677 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 AFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 16,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Mar 2021 16,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 16,526 miles

after market silencer fitted slightly noisy

Pass 12 Jun 2017 15,683 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 14,869 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 14,252 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 14,175 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 14,112 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 13,967 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 13,879 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 13,498 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,216 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 12,494 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,375 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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P117 AFE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 P117 AFE, 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 29 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 P117 AFE registered?

P117 AFE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P117 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 AFE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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