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N491 DYD

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN491 DYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019
Pass 7 Apr 2017
Fail 7 Apr 2017

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015
Pass 9 Jan 2013 44,099 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 33,978 miles

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

Front trye starting to crack between tread

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Jan 2012 33,978 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Drive chian dry

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

Front trye starting to crack between tread

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 32,013 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 30,023 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 30,000 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 28,024 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 27,168 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 27,168 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 26,272 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 25,388 miles

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

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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N491 DYD is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N491 DYD, 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 N491 DYD registered?

N491 DYD is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 26 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N491 DYD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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