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P779 UGA

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,527 mi
Last recorded41,527 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP779 UGA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 41,527 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 38,355 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

slight play in rear swinging arm bushes

Pass 11 Sep 2013 35,536 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 32,819 miles

both footrests worn

Pass 30 Aug 2011 36,639 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 35,501 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 34,841 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 34,841 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 33,555 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 28,627 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 28,627 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 25,583 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 25,583 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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P779 UGA is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 P779 UGA, 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 P779 UGA registered?

P779 UGA is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P779 UGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P779 UGA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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