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P862 XFV

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,928 mi
Last recorded24,928 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 XFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 24,928 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 24,693 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 24,693 miles

Offside Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 24,681 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 24,528 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,252 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 24,208 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 24,041 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 24,041 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,668 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 22,275 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 20,504 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 15,202 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,182 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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P862 XFV is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P862 XFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P862 XFV registered?

P862 XFV is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P862 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P862 XFV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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