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P379 JAV

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

42,997 mi
Last recorded42,997 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP379 JAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 42,997 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 40,884 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2015 40,716 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 38,081 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 33,893 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 30,997 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 30,997 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 29,402 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

both mirrors missing

controll 1 brake hose tight on front folks

rear tyre has plug repair

Pass 9 Mar 2010 29,020 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 26,838 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 31 May 2007 26,836 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 26 May 2006 26,576 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 26,576 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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P379 JAV is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P379 JAV, 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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P379 JAV is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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