CarVerify

Free Car Check

N488 DKU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,640 mi
Last recorded11,640 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 DKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 11,640 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 10,211 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 9,423 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 7,780 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 7,748 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 7,694 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 7,094 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 6,434 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 6,326 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 6,038 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 5,895 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 5,895 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 5,750 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 5,397 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
Full Suzuki Bandit reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N488 DKU 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 92.9%.

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 N488 DKU, 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

How do I check the history of N488 DKU?

You can check the full history of N488 DKU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N488 DKU registered?

N488 DKU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N488 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 DKU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N488 DKU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N488 DKU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.