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P609 LLU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,876 mi
Last recorded8,876 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP609 LLU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 8,876 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 8,842 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 8,625 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 8,625 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 8,478 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 8,017 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 8,013 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 6,563 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2010 6,506 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 6,506 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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P609 LLU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P609 LLU, 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 P609 LLU registered?

P609 LLU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P609 LLU safe to buy?

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