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N909 DWF

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,593 mi
Last recorded20,593 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN909 DWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 20,593 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2026 20,586 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 20,418 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2023 19,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

chain guard missing

Pass 1 Jun 2022 19,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,519 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 19,290 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 19,290 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,521 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 18,057 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 17,998 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 17,841 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 17,544 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,428 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,248 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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N909 DWF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N909 DWF, 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 N909 DWF registered?

N909 DWF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N909 DWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N909 DWF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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