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M508 ATW

1995 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

60,737 mi
Last recorded60,737 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Bandit26,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM508 ATW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 60,737 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 59,858 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 59,294 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 59,222 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 59,175 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 59,175 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 58,402 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 58,289 miles

pillion footrests are partially seized

seat cover has deteriorated

Pass 21 Nov 2015 58,104 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Nov 2014 57,187 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 57,187 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 31,389 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 55,247 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 49,723 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 40,742 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 40,742 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 34,715 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 31,775 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 31,775 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 10,580 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 22 Sep 2005 8,871 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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M508 ATW is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 M508 ATW, 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.

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What year was M508 ATW registered?

M508 ATW is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M508 ATW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M508 ATW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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