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P743 YUG

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,308 mi
Last recorded41,308 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP743 YUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 41,308 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 40,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 38,871 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 36,346 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,266 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 35,881 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 35,789 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 35,499 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,100 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 33,322 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 31,786 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 31,786 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 29,885 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 27,802 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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P743 YUG is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P743 YUG, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P743 YUG registered?

P743 YUG is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P743 YUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P743 YUG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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