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M383 FAC

1994 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,754 mi
Last recorded10,754 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Bandit16,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM383 FAC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 10,754 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 10,306 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 8,087 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 8,077 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 7,679 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 7,679 miles

Direction indicator not working All (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,241 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 5,241 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 5,069 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 4,897 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 4,897 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 4,654 miles

Chain guard missing

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 4,654 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 2 Jul 2010 4,328 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 4,328 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 4,014 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 3,698 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 3,698 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 3,484 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 3,484 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 3,275 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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M383 FAC is a 1994 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 16,716 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 M383 FAC, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M383 FAC registered?

M383 FAC is a 1994 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 25 August 1994.

Is M383 FAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M383 FAC shows 21 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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