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P469 APJ

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,224 mi
Last recorded15,224 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP469 APJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 15,224 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 15,214 miles

Clutch master cylinder clamp broken but holding tight

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 31 May 2023 15,210 miles

Fuel system component leaking float bowls. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Clutch line at master cylinder kinked.

Clutch master cylinder clamp broken but holding tight

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Throttle return cable removed from carbs but could get trapped and hold throttle open.

Pass 3 Oct 2017 15,191 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

clutch perch damaged

Pass 2 Oct 2015 15,037 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 14,938 miles

clutch fliud low

Pass 1 Oct 2012 14,813 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 14,602 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 14,052 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 14,052 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 13,375 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,027 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 13,027 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 12,597 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 12,229 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 12,229 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear brake pads worn.

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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P469 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P469 APJ, 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 P469 APJ registered?

P469 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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