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N545 JCW

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,520 mi
Last recorded29,520 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN545 JCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 29,520 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 29,518 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate insecure bracket (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 28,128 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 28,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 25,695 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 25,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 24,717 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 24,636 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 24,636 miles

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,188 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 22,117 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 21,772 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,409 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 21,392 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,913 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 19,495 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 16,384 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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N545 JCW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N545 JCW, 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 N545 JCW registered?

N545 JCW is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N545 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N545 JCW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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