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N293 OTL

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,343 mi
Last recorded42,343 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN293 OTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 42,343 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 35,900 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 26,630 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 26,267 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 25,983 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2006 25,443 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 May 2006 25,443 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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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N293 OTL is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N293 OTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N293 OTL registered?

N293 OTL is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 May 1996.

Is N293 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N293 OTL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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