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P718 PBM

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Purple Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,927 mi
Last recorded35,927 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 PBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,927 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 35,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear suspension links have been modified

slight binding front brake

Fail 27 Jan 2012 35,481 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear suspension links have been modified

slight binding front brake

Pass 2 Sep 2010 35,462 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 34,988 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2009 34,987 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 34,783 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2006 31,239 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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P718 PBM is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Purple with a 1,157cc 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 P718 PBM, 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 P718 PBM registered?

P718 PBM is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P718 PBM safe to buy?

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