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M740 XRF

1995 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,508 mi
Last recorded53,508 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Bandit26,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM740 XRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 53,508 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2025 53,508 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2024 51,048 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively calipers serviced but still a slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 51,048 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively calipers serviced but still a slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 48,449 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 46,201 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 46,176 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 44,094 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 41,821 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 39,785 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 39,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 39,331 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 39,331 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 36,714 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and age related cracks (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 34,069 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 33,864 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 33,757 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 33,757 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 33,575 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 32,517 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 30,125 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,148 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 25,060 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 22,200 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 18,717 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 17,143 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 17,143 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 17,112 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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M740 XRF is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M740 XRF, 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 M740 XRF registered?

M740 XRF is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 3 April 1995.

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