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P831 FKP

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

36,575 mi
Last recorded36,575 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP831 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2022 36,575 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

front tyre slightly cracking

Pass 10 Jul 2021 36,466 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 36,324 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 35,237 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 34,067 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 33,882 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2017 32,708 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Fail 24 Jun 2017 32,655 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Jul 2016 28,937 miles

rear brake binding slightly

side stand tight

Pass 3 Jul 2015 24,321 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 21,292 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 21,248 miles

rear brake pedal spongy

Pass 12 May 2011 21,183 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 110,211 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 20,839 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,839 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 20,140 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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P831 FKP is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P831 FKP, 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 P831 FKP registered?

P831 FKP is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 23 November 1996.

Is P831 FKP safe to buy?

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