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P191 GRC

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,137 mi
Last recorded34,137 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP191 GRC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 34,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 34,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey on middle joint (7.1.1b)

Front headlight masked

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 May 2017 34,020 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 May 2016 33,250 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 32,171 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 30,322 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 27,464 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 25,618 miles

Will need new rear tyre soon

Pass 20 May 2011 23,816 miles

Will need fork seals soon,slight tide mark of oil on left leg

Will need new rear pads soon

Fail 20 May 2011 23,816 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Will need fork seals soon,slight tide mark of oil on left leg

Will need new rear pads soon

Pass 15 May 2010 21,566 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 19,055 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 17,632 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 14,071 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 10,892 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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P191 GRC is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc 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 P191 GRC, 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 P191 GRC registered?

P191 GRC is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P191 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P191 GRC 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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