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N288 COH

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,291 mi
Last recorded41,291 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN288 COH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 41,291 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 41,291 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 40,582 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 40,332 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 37,204 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 34,171 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 34,131 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 33,113 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 32,314 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 32,159 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 32,156 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 8 May 2018 31,906 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 31,360 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 29,916 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 May 2015 29,321 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 29,276 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

n/s brake hose insecure

Fail 23 Apr 2014 29,276 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

n/s brake hose insecure

Pass 22 Jun 2011 28,156 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 25,421 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 24,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 22,871 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,993 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 20,884 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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N288 COH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N288 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 N288 COH registered?

N288 COH is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N288 COH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N288 COH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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