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P859 OTP

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,869 mi
Last recorded12,869 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP859 OTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 12,869 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 12,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 12,314 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 12,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2012 12,149 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,703 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 11,149 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 10,668 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 10,109 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 10,108 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,628 miles

as previous advisory sheet dated 24/08/2006, test number 853086636250

Fail 24 Aug 2006 9,628 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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P859 OTP is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P859 OTP, 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 P859 OTP registered?

P859 OTP is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P859 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P859 OTP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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