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N129 HWW

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,050 mi
Last recorded15,050 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN129 HWW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 15,050 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 35,474 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 35,474 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 30,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 30,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 30,862 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 30,854 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 29,366 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 19,903 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 19,903 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 May 2006 17,068 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2006 16,903 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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N129 HWW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 N129 HWW, 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 N129 HWW registered?

N129 HWW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 10 February 1996.

Is N129 HWW safe to buy?

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