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N38 MHT

1996 Suzuki Bandit

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,059 mi
Last recorded21,059 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN38 MHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 21,059 miles

indicators flash slightly fast

Pass 2 Jul 2014 20,809 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 20,644 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 16,764 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 14,522 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 May 2010 14,522 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 14,091 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 14,091 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

rear number plate light not working. also rear pads are metal to metal wearing the disc away

Pass 28 Jul 2007 10,726 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 9,710 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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N38 MHT is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N38 MHT, 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 N38 MHT registered?

N38 MHT is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 27 March 1996.

Is N38 MHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N38 MHT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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