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N851 MWU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,835 mi
Last recorded21,835 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN851 MWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 21,835 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 21,717 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Soft but serviceable (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 21,258 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 19,777 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 19,405 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 18,743 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 18,144 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 17,753 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 17,511 miles

SLIGHT ROUGHNESS FELT WHEN FRONT WHEEL SPINNING.

Pass 24 Jul 2008 16,968 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 16,579 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,883 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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N851 MWU 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 100%.

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 N851 MWU, 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 N851 MWU registered?

N851 MWU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 10 July 1996.

Is N851 MWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N851 MWU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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