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N949 MGT

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

9,471 mi
Last recorded9,471 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN949 MGT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 9,471 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 9,471 miles

Rear Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 May 2012 9,362 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,308 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 9,002 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2010 9,002 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 8,915 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2009 8,915 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 8,639 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 8,639 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 6,796 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 6,796 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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N949 MGT is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 N949 MGT, 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 N949 MGT registered?

N949 MGT is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 21 May 1996.

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The MOT history for N949 MGT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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