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AP08 EKD

2008 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,321 mi
Last recorded38,321 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Bandit16,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 EKD
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 38,321 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 38,018 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 37,978 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 37,741 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 37,571 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure Indicator stem splitting (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 36,532 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil lh (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 35,825 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 29,961 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 23,381 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 23,381 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 18,174 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 18,174 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 14,674 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 11,551 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 7,944 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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AP08 EKD is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 16,606 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 AP08 EKD, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP08 EKD registered?

AP08 EKD is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is AP08 EKD safe to buy?

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