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DK08 WGW

2008 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,781 mi
Last recorded21,781 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Bandit16,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 WGW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 21,781 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 21,747 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 21,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 21,427 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 21,028 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 15,799 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 15,796 miles

Stop lamp not working front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 14,954 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 13,500 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 11,610 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 11,038 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 10,683 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 9,308 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 7,895 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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DK08 WGW is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DK08 WGW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 WGW registered?

DK08 WGW is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 WGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 WGW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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