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P811 PDE

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,239 mi
Last recorded7,239 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP811 PDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 7,239 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 7,155 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Low beam dull.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 7,008 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing

Pass 4 Jul 2018 6,587 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 6,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/s front footrest bushes worn

slight play in headbearings

slight play in rear swing arm bearing

Fail 26 Apr 2017 6,535 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/s front footrest bushes worn

slight play in headbearings

slight play in rear swing arm bearing

Pass 30 Jun 2015 6,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

o/s front foot rest rubbers worn

slight misting of oil on o/s front fork

Pass 5 Aug 2014 5,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/s foot peg mounting rubbers worn

slight play in front forks

Pass 1 May 2013 5,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 38,124 miles

engine misfire

Pass 26 Jul 2008 3,836 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 3,830 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 3,811 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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P811 PDE is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P811 PDE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P811 PDE registered?

P811 PDE is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P811 PDE safe to buy?

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