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P268 AFR

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,207 mi
Last recorded43,207 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 AFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 43,207 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 42,955 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive has tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 42,955 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive has tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 42,193 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 40,042 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 40,028 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 39,916 miles

Headstock bearing needs adjustment

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 39,916 miles

Headstock bearing needs adjustment

Pass 18 May 2010 39,419 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 39,012 miles

ffont brakes binding slightly

Pass 22 May 2007 38,697 miles

front fork oil seal dust cvers insecure

Pass 31 Mar 2006 38,119 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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P268 AFR is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 P268 AFR, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P268 AFR registered?

P268 AFR is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P268 AFR safe to buy?

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