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N244 NWS

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,237 mi
Last recorded60,237 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN244 NWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 60,237 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 56,369 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 54,520 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

small splits in front tyre

Fail 2 Jul 2013 54,520 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

small splits in front tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2012 45,222 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 45,222 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 45,158 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 34,870 miles

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

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

off side front brake hos not in clip

rear disc slightly scored

Pass 18 Jun 2010 32,344 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

possible offside front caliper banjo bolt seal slightly leaking unable to tell for sure so very slight

Pass 28 Jun 2008 31,648 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 31,113 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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N244 NWS is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 N244 NWS, 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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N244 NWS is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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