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N492 KBJ

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

32,075 mi
Last recorded32,075 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN492 KBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 32,075 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 31,910 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 31,727 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 31,519 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 31,333 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 31,271 miles

rear damper soft on pre load

rear tyre sidewalls cracked/perished

Pass 29 May 2020 31,073 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 31,024 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 31,024 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front switch stays on (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 30,908 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 30,908 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 30,642 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 30,437 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,176 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 29,950 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 29,950 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 29,770 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 29,770 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,490 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 28,698 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 28,293 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 27,228 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 26,138 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 25,413 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 25,082 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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N492 KBJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N492 KBJ, 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.

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What year was N492 KBJ registered?

N492 KBJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N492 KBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N492 KBJ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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