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N972 AWB

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,327 mi
Last recorded24,327 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN972 AWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 24,327 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 24,012 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 24,012 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 21,598 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 21,589 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 16,731 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2009 16,159 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 3 Jul 2009 16,157 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 3 Jul 2008 15,745 miles

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

bolt missing from mudguard

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 19 Jun 2007 13,097 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 10,340 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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N972 AWB is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N972 AWB, 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 N972 AWB registered?

N972 AWB is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N972 AWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N972 AWB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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