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P751 HVO

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,699 mi
Last recorded39,699 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP751 HVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 39,699 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 39,699 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 37,345 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

slight oil leak from oil cooler

Pass 14 Dec 2021 29,231 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 29,231 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 28,003 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 23,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 15,059 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 14,538 miles

masking to headlamp

Pass 11 Jun 2015 13,888 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 11,830 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 11,823 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

fuel tank insecure at front

Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,257 miles

rear tyre abnormally worn (flatspot centre)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 10,063 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,217 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 8,267 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 8,117 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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P751 HVO is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P751 HVO, 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 P751 HVO registered?

P751 HVO is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P751 HVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P751 HVO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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