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N101 UDV

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

18,716 mi
Last recorded18,716 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN101 UDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 18,716 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 17,871 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 17,549 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly tight. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 17,176 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 16,178 miles

rear tyre cracking on side wall

Fail 28 May 2021 16,123 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

rear tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 23 May 2020 15,657 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 15,186 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,492 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 13,422 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2016 13,422 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,736 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 11,386 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 7,594 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 7,025 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 7,022 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) 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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N101 UDV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N101 UDV, 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

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What year was N101 UDV registered?

N101 UDV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 January 1996.

Is N101 UDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N101 UDV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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