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N410 MDS

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,551 mi
Last recorded26,551 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN410 MDS
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 26,551 miles

Central Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 May 2025 26,428 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 26,398 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 26,381 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 26,025 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 25,646 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 25,019 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 24,272 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 22,996 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 22,195 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,006 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 21,685 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 20,177 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,664 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 19,599 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,947 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 18,928 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2008 18,889 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 18,866 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 18,854 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2005 18,536 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 18,536 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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N410 MDS is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 N410 MDS, 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 N410 MDS registered?

N410 MDS is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 11 January 1996.

Is N410 MDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N410 MDS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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