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P851 FKM

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,203 mi
Last recorded23,203 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP851 FKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 23,203 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 22,812 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively front and rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 20,488 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 11,934 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 10,738 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 10,090 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 9,950 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 9,940 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 7,104 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 6,933 miles

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

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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P851 FKM is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P851 FKM, 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 P851 FKM registered?

P851 FKM is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P851 FKM safe to buy?

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