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AE04 RTU

2004 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,435 mi
Last recorded27,435 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Bandit20,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 RTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 27,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 27,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 26,543 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2023 26,543 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2022 25,142 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 22,998 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 22,984 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 22,983 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Vehicle has a misfire

Pass 11 Oct 2018 20,792 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 20,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 20,774 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 19,363 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 19,000 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 17 Mar 2012 18,988 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 17,356 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 16,670 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 14,529 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 14,529 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 12,208 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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AE04 RTU is a 2004 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,576 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 AE04 RTU, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE04 RTU registered?

AE04 RTU is a 2004 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 3 July 2004.

Is AE04 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE04 RTU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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