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P578 BFR

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Turquoise Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,782 mi
Last recorded16,782 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP578 BFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 16,782 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 16,400 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 16,181 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 15,844 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 15,570 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced position lamp very dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 15,437 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 15,311 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 15,231 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 15,191 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 15,191 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 15,121 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 15,102 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 15,102 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 14,494 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 13,183 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 12,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

headlight beam deflector fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,242 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 11,875 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 11,479 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 11,476 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 11,238 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 10,129 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 9,933 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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P578 BFR is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Turquoise with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P578 BFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P578 BFR registered?

P578 BFR is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P578 BFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P578 BFR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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