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P213 UFH

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,390 mi
Last recorded64,390 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP213 UFH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2009 64,390 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 64,390 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 8 Sep 2008 61,733 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 61,733 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 45,221 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 44,928 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 24,425 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 8,728 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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P213 UFH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P213 UFH, 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 P213 UFH registered?

P213 UFH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 3 August 1996.

Is P213 UFH safe to buy?

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