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P944 KWC

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,105 mi
Last recorded78,105 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP944 KWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 78,105 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 76,351 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 75,198 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 73,569 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 71,181 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 69,104 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 65,644 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 62,570 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 62,569 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 62,569 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 60,592 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 60,592 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 57,645 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 Aug 2011 57,645 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 54,099 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 47,433 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 39,139 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 33,854 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 33,242 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 33,242 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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P944 KWC is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P944 KWC, 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 P944 KWC registered?

P944 KWC is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 April 1997.

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