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N601 MHG

1997 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,026 mi
Last recorded74,026 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Bandit28,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN601 MHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 74,026 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 73,093 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 71,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 71,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 70,359 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 68,231 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 66,122 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 64,490 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 62,371 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 60,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 60,200 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 57,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 52,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 46,853 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 39,931 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 37,401 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 35,920 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 35,591 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 34,134 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 32,210 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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N601 MHG is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,206 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 N601 MHG, 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 29 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 N601 MHG registered?

N601 MHG is a 1997 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is N601 MHG safe to buy?

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