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P186 ABC

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,175 mi
Last recorded36,175 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP186 ABC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 36,175 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit average 1.5mm REPLACE (4.1.3(ii))

n/s rear indicator taped up/slight BIND rear wheel REQ ATTENTION

Pass 30 Oct 2015 35,272 miles

0/s rear footrest c clip missing pin seized( replace)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 33,405 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 32,467 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 31,584 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,284 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2010 27,284 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,156 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 20,655 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 20,655 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 15,322 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 13,928 miles

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

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

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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P186 ABC is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P186 ABC, 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 P186 ABC registered?

P186 ABC is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P186 ABC safe to buy?

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