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P305 MLE

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,431 mi
Last recorded42,431 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP305 MLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2009 42,431 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 42,431 miles

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

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 36,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Jan 2008 36,799 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,421 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 33,382 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

front of fuel tank loose

Pass 15 Jun 2006 26,781 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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P305 MLE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 P305 MLE, 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 P305 MLE registered?

P305 MLE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is P305 MLE safe to buy?

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