MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,890 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
handlebar light switch damaged but still working
rear brake disc rusty
Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
handlebar light switch damaged but still working
rear brake disc rusty
clutch lever hits high beam flash button
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P166 UAP is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 P166 UAP, 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 P166 UAP registered?
P166 UAP is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.
Is P166 UAP safe to buy?
The MOT history for P166 UAP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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