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N204 YOF

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,740 mi
Last recorded2,740 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN204 YOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 2,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 2,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no chain guard fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2023 2,613 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 2,600 miles

Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned Not to required separation measurement (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 2,504 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 2,504 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 2,261 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 1,991 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 1,402 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front Mudguard missing at time of test

Rear Rear Mudguard missing at time of test

Fail 4 Aug 2017 1,357 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 39,671 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 38,483 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2013 38,483 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 36,901 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 36,901 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 34,460 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 33,076 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 33,076 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 31,297 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 29,958 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 29,432 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 28,920 miles

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

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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N204 YOF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N204 YOF, 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 N204 YOF registered?

N204 YOF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N204 YOF safe to buy?

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