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P882 DFL

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,760 mi
Last recorded36,760 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP882 DFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,760 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013
Pass 17 Mar 2012
Fail 8 Sep 2010

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 40,580 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 37,521 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 33,508 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 22,315 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 22,170 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 20,488 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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P882 DFL is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P882 DFL, 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.

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What year was P882 DFL registered?

P882 DFL is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 5 September 1996.

Is P882 DFL safe to buy?

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