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N419 PHV

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,622 mi
Last recorded45,622 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN419 PHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 45,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 45,164 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 43,150 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,161 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 42,161 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 40,865 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 40,812 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 40,391 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Oct 2009 40,262 miles

Front brake discs below manufacturers minimum thickness but performance ok.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear brake disc below manufacturers minimum thickness but performance ok.

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 40,262 miles

Front brake discs below manufacturers minimum thickness but performance ok.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear brake disc below manufacturers minimum thickness but performance ok.

Pass 11 Sep 2008 40,072 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 40,063 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 39,463 miles

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

no plate light not working.

Pass 7 Nov 2005 31,806 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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N419 PHV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green 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 N419 PHV, 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 N419 PHV registered?

N419 PHV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N419 PHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N419 PHV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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