MOT Status
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42,989 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))
Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
non obligatory lamp insecure/defective
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P389 HAW is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 P389 HAW, 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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What year was P389 HAW registered?
P389 HAW is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 20 June 1997.
Is P389 HAW safe to buy?
The MOT history for P389 HAW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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