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P27 BTV

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

36,213 mi
Last recorded36,213 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP27 BTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 36,213 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,559 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 34,559 miles

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment adjust cable (1.1.15 (f))

Pass 26 May 2017 33,403 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 31,606 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 29,572 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 27,727 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 27,727 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 26,856 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,527 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 26,525 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Fail 26 Aug 2011 26,525 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 22,220 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,073 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 20,790 miles

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

Number plate light not working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 19,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 18,358 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 18,358 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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P27 BTV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 P27 BTV, 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 P27 BTV registered?

P27 BTV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P27 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P27 BTV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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