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P506 EUK

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

26,301 mi
Last recorded26,301 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP506 EUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,301 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 26,301 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 24,171 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Central Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,561 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2017 20,559 miles

Central Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 16,385 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 54,769 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2013 54,644 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 54,644 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 53,800 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 52,093 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 12 Nov 2011 52,048 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 49,119 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2009 41,908 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2009 41,886 miles

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 41,685 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 40,090 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 36,942 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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P506 EUK 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 P506 EUK, 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 P506 EUK registered?

P506 EUK is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P506 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P506 EUK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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