MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,106 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking at Collector joint. (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Down to Wear Limit. (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Blowing at Collector. (7.1.1b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front Oil Leak from Front N/S Engine.
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
steering head bearings slightly notchy
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Bandit?
Based on 20,935 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P495 APJ is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 P495 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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P495 APJ is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 January 1997.
Is P495 APJ safe to buy?
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