CarVerify

Free Car Check

G271 WKJ

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

54,885 mi
Last recorded54,885 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG271 WKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 54,885 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 50,606 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 47,699 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 47,942 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 47,942 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 May 2015 46,655 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 46,655 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 47,977 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 45,977 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 45,000 miles

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

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
Full Suzuki Bandit reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G271 WKJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G271 WKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G271 WKJ?

You can check the full history of G271 WKJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G271 WKJ registered?

G271 WKJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is G271 WKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G271 WKJ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G271 WKJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G271 WKJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.