1997 Suzuki Bandit 0.6L Petrol · P578 BFR
1997 Suzuki Bandit (0.6L, petrol). First registered 26 Jun 1997. Recorded mileage 16,782 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI BANDIT
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 16,782 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 0.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P578 BFR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 16,782 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P578 BFR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Suzuki Bandit (P578 BFR) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
P578 BFR Mileage History
- 14/03/202215,570 mi
- 25/03/202315,844 mi+274 mi
- 14/03/202416,181 mi+337 mi
- 12/03/202516,400 mi+219 mi
- 17/03/202616,782 mi+382 mi
Average of roughly 302 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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