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P299 ARY

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,485 mi
Last recorded22,485 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP299 ARY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 22,485 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 21,437 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 19,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 19,449 miles

Rear tyre near limit

Pass 19 Jun 2015 18,462 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 17,102 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 16,121 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 16,112 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Pass 16 May 2012 15,456 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 14,470 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 13,151 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 13,137 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 12,364 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 11,664 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 10,918 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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P299 ARY is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P299 ARY, 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 P299 ARY registered?

P299 ARY is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P299 ARY safe to buy?

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