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N658 HSJ

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

53,935 mi
Last recorded53,935 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN658 HSJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 53,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both sides of wheel hub (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 53,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both sides of wheel hub (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 47,354 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 47,282 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 42,531 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 39,083 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2015 39,083 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 May 2014 31,137 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 31,122 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 31,122 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 28,480 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 28,470 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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N658 HSJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 N658 HSJ, 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 N658 HSJ registered?

N658 HSJ is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N658 HSJ safe to buy?

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