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P166 UAP

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,890 mi
Last recorded51,890 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 UAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 51,890 miles

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)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,998 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 49,549 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 49,549 miles

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))

Pass 23 Apr 2010 49,128 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2010 49,128 miles

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))

Pass 6 May 2009 48,700 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 38,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebar light switch damaged but still working

rear brake disc rusty

Fail 30 Apr 2008 38,302 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 35,384 miles

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)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 30,569 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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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.

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