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N343 GTP

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,696 mi
Last recorded41,696 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN343 GTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 41,696 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 40,693 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 17 May 2021 40,648 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 39,350 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 34,752 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 27,993 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Feb 2014 27,777 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 27,777 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 27,523 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 27,201 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 11 Jan 2012 27,195 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 26,438 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 25,818 miles

FRONT TYRE WEARING LOW AND TREAD AREA SCUFFED

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 24,402 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 24,402 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 21,695 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,950 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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N343 GTP is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 N343 GTP, 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 N343 GTP registered?

N343 GTP is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 10 June 1996.

Is N343 GTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N343 GTP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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