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P889 HDU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,352 mi
Last recorded24,352 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP889 HDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2014 24,352 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 24,339 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 23,958 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 23,950 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 23,947 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 22,028 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 18,937 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 18,937 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 14,592 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 14,589 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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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P889 HDU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P889 HDU, 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 P889 HDU registered?

P889 HDU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 13 August 1996.

Is P889 HDU safe to buy?

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