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N86 VUX

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,783 mi
Last recorded24,783 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN86 VUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 24,783 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 24,496 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 24,061 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 23,240 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 23,240 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced When indicators are on both headlights are flashing (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working When lights are on (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre under inflated

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 22,746 miles

Drive chain dry

Front Brake lever notchy on application

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 21,429 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain dry

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Rear Tyre perished in tread area

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 21,429 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain dry

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre perished in tread area

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 21,425 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID headlight bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever fouling switch gear

Drive chain dry

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre perished

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Rear Tyre perished in tread area

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 19,423 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 19,265 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 19,265 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 19,211 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 18,540 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,844 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 15,291 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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N86 VUX is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N86 VUX, 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 N86 VUX registered?

N86 VUX is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N86 VUX safe to buy?

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