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N977 CBU

1996 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,087 mi
Last recorded33,087 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Bandit25,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN977 CBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 33,087 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 33,032 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 33,032 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 May 2023 32,945 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 32,682 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 32,682 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 32,147 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 32,147 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 31,047 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 28,352 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 28,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 26,051 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 25,819 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 25,819 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 25,411 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 23,489 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2014 23,489 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 22,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,941 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 21,613 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 21,053 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 19,275 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 18,260 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2007 17,617 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 17,617 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 16,434 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 14,914 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 14,914 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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N977 CBU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N977 CBU, 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 N977 CBU registered?

N977 CBU is a 1996 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 May 1996.

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