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P668 JHE

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

37,466 mi
Last recorded37,466 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP668 JHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 37,466 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 36,050 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 36,030 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 35,646 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 35,646 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 35,626 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Rear Silencer Mounting (7.1.1.c)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 35,614 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) Clutch Mastercylinder Handlebar Clamp Deterioated (2.1.1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Rear Silencer Mounting (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre has service cracks in centre tread

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

Fail 4 Jul 2015 35,187 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 35,187 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 34,704 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 33,720 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 32,435 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 32,427 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 29,683 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 26,978 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 26,969 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 23,647 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 22,957 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2006 22,478 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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P668 JHE is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 P668 JHE, 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 P668 JHE registered?

P668 JHE is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P668 JHE safe to buy?

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