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H886 PHK

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,619 mi
Last recorded26,619 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH886 PHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 26,619 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 42,833 miles

Fork Stanchions Pitting

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2017 42,833 miles

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

Fork Stanchions Pitting

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 42,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 42,829 miles

headlight mounting

Fail 21 Jul 2016 42,829 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

headlight mounting

Pass 6 Mar 2015 36,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 36,186 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 30,410 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 30,044 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 29,126 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,724 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 28,724 miles

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2009 28,346 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

general oil leak

Fail 19 Apr 2009

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

general oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2006 27,888 miles

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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H886 PHK is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 H886 PHK, 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 H886 PHK registered?

H886 PHK is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 October 1996.

Is H886 PHK safe to buy?

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