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N270 COH

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,041 mi
Last recorded44,041 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN270 COH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 44,041 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 41,311 miles

Offside Front Brake component slightly loose disc bobbins (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 35,981 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 35,658 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 35,314 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 34,692 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 34,669 miles

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

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 31,219 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 29,189 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 26,321 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 23,204 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 21,570 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 19,080 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 17,126 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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N270 COH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N270 COH, 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 N270 COH registered?

N270 COH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N270 COH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N270 COH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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