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N318 LPV

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,734 mi
Last recorded42,734 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN318 LPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 42,734 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 36,725 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 36,725 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 39,904 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 29 Mar 2018 37,539 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 37,309 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 36,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 35,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 35,745 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear brake requires service

Fail 16 Jun 2011 34,829 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

foot peg mountings worn

rear suspension corrosion

Pass 16 Jun 2011 34,829 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

foot peg mountings worn

rear suspension corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2010 33,501 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 34,909 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 32,839 miles

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

Noise from front sprocket, its condition cannot be assessed as behind engine cover.

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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N318 LPV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 N318 LPV, 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 N318 LPV registered?

N318 LPV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 8 June 1996.

Is N318 LPV safe to buy?

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