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P381 FKM

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,163 mi
Last recorded62,163 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP381 FKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 62,163 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 62,138 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 62,031 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 61,935 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 59,907 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 59,900 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 59,365 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 59,308 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 57,841 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 57,831 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 56,189 miles

very slight binding of front brake

Fail 2 Sep 2009 56,187 miles

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

very slight binding of front brake

Pass 5 Aug 2008 54,173 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 53,055 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 52,684 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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P381 FKM is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P381 FKM, 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 P381 FKM registered?

P381 FKM is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 10 August 1996.

Is P381 FKM safe to buy?

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