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P373 JCH

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

45,128 mi
Last recorded45,128 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP373 JCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 45,128 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 45,125 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2017 35,806 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 31,459 miles

slight vertical movement in rear suspension linkages

Pass 30 May 2015 26,594 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,544 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,657 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,676 miles

anodised brake parts fitted advised to change

Fail 7 Mar 2012 24,676 miles

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

anodised brake parts fitted advised to change

Fail 10 Mar 2011 22,933 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

anodized brake parts fitted advised to change.

Pass 10 Mar 2011 22,933 miles

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

anodized brake parts fitted advised to change.

Fail 6 Mar 2010 20,160 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 20,160 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 17,202 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 17,177 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 14,269 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 11,906 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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P373 JCH is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P373 JCH, 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 P373 JCH registered?

P373 JCH is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P373 JCH safe to buy?

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