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P389 HAW

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,989 mi
Last recorded42,989 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 HAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 42,989 miles

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))

Fail 21 Mar 2026 42,989 miles

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))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 33,121 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 32,050 miles

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))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 32,014 miles

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))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 31,796 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 31,782 miles

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))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 31,328 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 98,482 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 90,820 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 86,511 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 80,570 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2010 76,231 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 71,697 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 66,174 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 59,431 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2006 56,091 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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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.

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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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