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P98 NFA

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,444 mi
Last recorded47,444 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP98 NFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 47,444 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 47,913 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 46,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 46,132 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 45,613 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 44,940 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 44,739 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 43,948 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 42,433 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 40,761 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 38,968 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 38,102 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 36,132 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 36,132 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 31,371 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))

Pass 18 Jun 2011 26,441 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 16,318 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 16,221 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 15,296 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,067 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 14,412 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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P98 NFA is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P98 NFA, 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 P98 NFA registered?

P98 NFA is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P98 NFA safe to buy?

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