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P413 PBA

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,393 mi
Last recorded39,393 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP413 PBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 39,393 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2025 39,093 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 38,483 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 38,191 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2023 38,191 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements obstructed (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 38,051 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 37,702 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 37,313 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2018 37,313 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 37,019 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 36,396 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2016 36,396 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 35,869 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

number plate light not working

Pass 6 Jun 2014 33,354 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 32,489 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 318,900 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 30,645 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 26,210 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 23,661 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 21,962 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 20,603 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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P413 PBA is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P413 PBA, 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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P413 PBA is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 June 1997.

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