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N301 FRH

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,981 mi
Last recorded26,981 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN301 FRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 26,981 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 25,479 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 25,479 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2023 21,527 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 21,406 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 19,090 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 19,082 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 19,023 miles

number plate light

Fail 26 Jan 2019 19,023 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

no number plate light

Fail 22 Dec 2018 19,022 miles

Nearside Lower Brake component inadequately mounted rear master cly mounting (1.1.21 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 18,864 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 18,864 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 18,708 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

no rear number plate light

Pass 9 Sep 2015 18,259 miles

Rear no number plate light

Pass 1 Oct 2014 17,158 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 16,868 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 16,642 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 16,611 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 16,611 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 16,256 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 16,256 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 15,962 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 15,962 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 14,045 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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N301 FRH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N301 FRH, 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 N301 FRH?

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What year was N301 FRH registered?

N301 FRH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is N301 FRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N301 FRH shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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