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P445 SHK

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,711 mi
Last recorded87,711 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP445 SHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 87,711 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 84,354 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 80,220 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 4,598 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 67,481 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 67,481 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 66,921 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 65,925 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 62,351 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 56,404 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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P445 SHK is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 P445 SHK, 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 P445 SHK registered?

P445 SHK is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P445 SHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P445 SHK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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