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N855 LWU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,950 mi
Last recorded29,950 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN855 LWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 29,950 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 29,524 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 28,956 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 28,787 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 27,876 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 27,408 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 27,162 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 26,988 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,623 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,168 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 24,935 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,455 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 15,876 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 14,061 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 10,594 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 7,162 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 6,763 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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N855 LWU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 N855 LWU, 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 N855 LWU registered?

N855 LWU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N855 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N855 LWU shows 17 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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