CarVerify

Free Car Check

M143 SKJ

1995 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,773 mi
Last recorded36,773 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Bandit26,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM143 SKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2018 36,773 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 36,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Footrest securing clip missing. (6.2.1h)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 30,304 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2006 30,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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
Full Suzuki Bandit reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M143 SKJ is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 26,166 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 M143 SKJ, 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 31 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 M143 SKJ?

You can check the full history of M143 SKJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M143 SKJ registered?

M143 SKJ is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 25 March 1995.

Is M143 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M143 SKJ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M143 SKJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M143 SKJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.