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P313 VTY

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,536 mi
Last recorded85,536 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP313 VTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 85,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 85,536 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 29 Apr 2014 85,558 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 84,222 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 52,388 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 52,107 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 49,892 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2009 49,892 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Jul 2008 42,934 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 42,934 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 31,988 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 21,255 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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P313 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P313 VTY, 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 P313 VTY registered?

P313 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P313 VTY safe to buy?

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