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N909 VPF

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,949 mi
Last recorded35,949 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN909 VPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2021 35,949 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 35,928 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 35,681 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 35,455 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 35,139 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,170 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 29,935 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 29,433 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 27,707 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 25,792 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 25,315 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 24,393 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 24,120 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 20,666 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 18,031 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 17,158 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 VPF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 N909 VPF, 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 N909 VPF registered?

N909 VPF is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N909 VPF safe to buy?

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