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P715 RUU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,268 mi
Last recorded44,268 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP715 RUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 44,268 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 41,889 miles

exhaust leak at centre joint

Fail 13 May 2016 41,889 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

exhaust leak at centre joint

Fail 20 May 2015 41,863 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

oil line joints excessively corroded could fail very soon

Pass 12 Aug 2013 41,335 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 37,946 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 36,435 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 33,144 miles

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

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

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

nail or screw in rear tyre.

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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P715 RUU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P715 RUU, 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 P715 RUU registered?

P715 RUU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P715 RUU safe to buy?

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