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N305 SFX

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

57,945 mi
Last recorded57,945 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN305 SFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 57,945 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2024 57,945 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 55,594 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 May 2023 55,594 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 51,607 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 51,607 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 43,819 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 43,819 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 39,893 miles

Slight binding of both front & rear brakes.

Fail 15 Jul 2017 39,893 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Slight binding of both front & rear brakes.

Pass 27 May 2016 39,877 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 38,896 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 37,234 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 36,306 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,951 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 31,944 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Jun 2011 31,944 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2010 29,999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2009 28,174 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 28,052 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 26,235 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 24,158 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 23,050 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 22,982 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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N305 SFX is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 N305 SFX, 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 N305 SFX registered?

N305 SFX is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 5 January 1996.

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