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P462 PLN

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,917 mi
Last recorded10,917 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP462 PLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 10,917 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 10,917 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 10,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 10,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 9,941 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 9,763 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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P462 PLN is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P462 PLN, 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 P462 PLN registered?

P462 PLN is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P462 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P462 PLN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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