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P312 GPE

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,207 mi
Last recorded24,207 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP312 GPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 24,207 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 24,207 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 22,957 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 22,518 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 22,425 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 22,224 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 21,561 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 20,284 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 18,015 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 14,983 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 14,548 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 14,548 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 14,225 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 14,005 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 13,964 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,550 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 13,550 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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P312 GPE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P312 GPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P312 GPE registered?

P312 GPE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P312 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P312 GPE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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