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N351 JVL

1995 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,020 mi
Last recorded45,020 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Bandit26,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN351 JVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 45,020 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 38,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Feb 2014 38,324 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 32,708 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 21,263 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

side lamp not working

Pass 5 Mar 2009 21,263 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

side lamp not working

Fail 28 Aug 2008 21,237 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 20,829 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 20,141 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 20,141 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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N351 JVL is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 26,166 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 N351 JVL, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N351 JVL registered?

N351 JVL is a 1995 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N351 JVL safe to buy?

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