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N267 MCW

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,923 mi
Last recorded22,923 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN267 MCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2013 22,923 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 22,869 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 22,869 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 22,852 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 22,725 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 22,044 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 21,664 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 21,664 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2008 20,959 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 20,950 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 20,027 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 20,020 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutch cable sounds like it is about to fail

Fail 2 Jun 2006 18,218 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,218 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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N267 MCW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N267 MCW, 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 N267 MCW registered?

N267 MCW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 13 June 1996.

Is N267 MCW safe to buy?

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