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P437 MLE

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,133 mi
Last recorded45,133 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP437 MLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 45,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 44,986 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 44,423 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 43,820 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 43,804 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 43,066 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 41,205 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 37,188 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 28,393 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2010 25,763 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 24,752 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 24,731 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 24,711 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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P437 MLE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P437 MLE, 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 P437 MLE registered?

P437 MLE is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P437 MLE safe to buy?

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