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P272 RUU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,553 mi
Last recorded36,553 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 RUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 36,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 36,313 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2016 36,253 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 36,072 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 36,012 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 35,381 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 May 2009 33,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 May 2009 33,454 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 32,098 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 29,404 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 29,404 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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P272 RUU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P272 RUU, 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 P272 RUU registered?

P272 RUU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P272 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P272 RUU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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