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N951 YND

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,462 mi
Last recorded52,462 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN951 YND
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2014 52,462 miles

Front tyre wearing unevenly.

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 52,453 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 50,696 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2012 50,696 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 50,639 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front petrol tank mount deteriorated (still secure)

N/S Handlebar control block slightly loose

Fail 18 Sep 2009 50,639 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Centre Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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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N951 YND is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N951 YND, 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 N951 YND registered?

N951 YND is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 February 1996.

Is N951 YND safe to buy?

The MOT history for N951 YND shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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