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PK56 DHN

2006 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

25,453 mi
Last recorded25,453 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Bandit15,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK56 DHN
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 25,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 25,453 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working Front brake light switch had a dry joint. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 23,749 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 23,749 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 22,914 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 22,867 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2023 20,253 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 20,060 miles

Slight oil leak from oil cooler pipes

Pass 29 Sep 2020 20,057 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 19,548 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 19,148 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 17,279 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 17,251 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 5 Sep 2017 17,251 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 15,730 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 14,695 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 13,737 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 13,730 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain has tight links

Pass 6 Oct 2012 13,003 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 12,383 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 12,383 miles

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 9,608 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 7,149 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 7,136 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) 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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PK56 DHN is a 2006 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 15,974 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 PK56 DHN, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PK56 DHN registered?

PK56 DHN is a 2006 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is PK56 DHN safe to buy?

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