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P978 GMO

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,288 mi
Last recorded16,288 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP978 GMO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 16,288 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Chain guard missing ()

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

Rear Brake component slightly loose (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 16,249 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 16,235 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 15,279 miles

Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 14,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 13,903 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 13,446 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 11,789 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 11 Jun 2016 10,491 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 9,333 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,221 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 May 2006 8,618 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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P978 GMO is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P978 GMO, 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 P978 GMO registered?

P978 GMO is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P978 GMO safe to buy?

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