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N23 WKP

1995 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

36,504 mi
Last recorded36,504 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Bandit26,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 WKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 36,504 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy Louder than that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 36,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 36,011 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 34,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 32,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 32,009 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 31,033 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 31,019 miles

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 31,015 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 May 2014 30,840 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 30,686 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 20,902 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,452 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 20,291 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 20,242 miles

Front Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 19,850 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Dec 2005 19,850 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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N23 WKP is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 N23 WKP, 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

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What year was N23 WKP registered?

N23 WKP is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N23 WKP safe to buy?

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