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M12 GSF

1996 Suzuki Bandit

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62 mi
Last recorded62 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 GSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 62 miles

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

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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Pass 20 Jul 2015 33,094 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 33,066 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 32,748 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 32,396 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 31,106 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 28,780 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 28,780 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 25,109 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 20,593 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 20,593 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 18,061 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2007 18,061 miles

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 14,096 miles

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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M12 GSF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 M12 GSF, 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 M12 GSF registered?

M12 GSF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is M12 GSF safe to buy?

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