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P625 MRH

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

36,063 mi
Last recorded36,063 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP625 MRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 36,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 34,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 36,508 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Fail 10 Aug 2021 36,508 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 34,715 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 56,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2019 56,697 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Standard Number Plate Fitted At Time Of Test

Pass 20 Apr 2018 51,772 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 51,754 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour number plate light showing white (1.1.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 49,746 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 51,774 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 50,192 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Apr 2014 50,188 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 49,283 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2013 49,283 miles

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

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 48,577 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2011 48,577 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 46,257 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 44,582 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 41,025 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 40,566 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 40,068 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 38,670 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 38,670 miles

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

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

Rear brake binding slightly. †Lower mono shock linkage bush is worn and will need replacing.

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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P625 MRH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 P625 MRH, 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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P625 MRH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 15 August 1996.

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