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CT59 HDL

2008 Suzuki Bandit

Silver Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,451 mi
Last recorded6,451 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Bandit16,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT59 HDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 6,451 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 6,411 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 5,936 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 5,936 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 5,444 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 4,797 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 4,388 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 4,380 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 4,099 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 3,881 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 2,933 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 2,933 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 775 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 241 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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CT59 HDL is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit in Silver with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CT59 HDL, 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 CT59 HDL registered?

CT59 HDL is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is CT59 HDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT59 HDL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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