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N51 XAV

1996 Suzuki Bandit

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

57,464 mi
Last recorded57,464 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN51 XAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 57,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 54,205 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2022 54,205 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 50,319 miles

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

Central Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 49,028 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 49,028 miles

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp operating brake brings on pilot light (4.2.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2017 40,086 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake has a slight bind.

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Left hand (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 38,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 55,489 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2015 55,489 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 48,592 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 48,589 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Jan 2013 45,570 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 40,489 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 32,423 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 31,965 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

front brake performance fluctuates when brake held on.

Pass 24 Aug 2009 25,163 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

front tyre valve perishing

osr footpeg sticking

rear tyre has had puncture repaired

rear tyre valve perishing

Fail 24 Aug 2009 25,163 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

front tyre valve perishing

osr footpeg sticking

rear tyre has had puncture repaired

rear tyre valve perishing

Fail 12 Jan 2009 16,115 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2009 16,115 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 16,084 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 16,077 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 16,077 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 13,300 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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N51 XAV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N51 XAV, 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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N51 XAV is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 22 March 1996.

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