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P539 TWW

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,952 mi
Last recorded31,952 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP539 TWW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 31,952 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 31,952 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 30,638 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 29,777 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 29,777 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 28,075 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 24,641 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 20,553 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 19,493 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 19,493 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 19,493 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2014 19,366 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2014 19,364 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 18,670 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake binding slghtly

Fail 7 Mar 2013 18,665 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

front brake binding slghtly

Pass 28 Feb 2012 17,345 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 17,032 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 16,769 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 16,760 miles

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

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 16,590 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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P539 TWW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P539 TWW, 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 P539 TWW registered?

P539 TWW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 4 September 1996.

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