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P566 PVU

2001 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,528 mi
Last recorded29,528 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP566 PVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 29,528 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2017 29,521 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 28,132 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 28,132 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2014 26,769 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 23,974 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,904 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 15,809 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 11,235 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 10,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 10,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 9,307 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 9,307 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,108 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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P566 PVU is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 22,840 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 P566 PVU, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P566 PVU registered?

P566 PVU is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is P566 PVU safe to buy?

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