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BAD 52Y

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,770 mi
Last recorded19,770 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAD 52Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 19,770 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 19,770 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2021 19,168 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 19,168 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 19,168 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 19,165 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 19,155 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 19,135 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 19,116 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 19,095 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 19,004 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 18,983 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 18,941 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 18,838 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 18,220 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 17,744 miles

front brakes pads low on limit of 1mm

front tyre tread depth low at 2mm

Pass 8 Sep 2006 16,907 miles

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

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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BAD 52Y is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BAD 52Y, 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 BAD 52Y registered?

BAD 52Y is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is BAD 52Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAD 52Y shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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