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N839 STT

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Gold Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

36,495 mi
Last recorded36,495 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN839 STT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 36,495 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 35,918 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 35,148 miles

All indicators working but dim

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 34,789 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 34,465 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 34,457 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 May 2019 33,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2019 33,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 32,789 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2018 32,769 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 32,584 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 31,896 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 31,143 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 31,143 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 29,198 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2008 29,198 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 26,705 miles

1. corrosion on rear shock † †2. fork seal dustcaps worn

Centre Front Upper Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Centre Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Inner Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 May 2006 25,458 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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N839 STT is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Gold with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 N839 STT, 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 N839 STT registered?

N839 STT is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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The MOT history for N839 STT shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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