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DX51 WCP

2001 Suzuki Bandit

Brown Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

679 mi
Last recorded679 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 WCP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2001
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 679 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 629 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced half not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 370 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 5 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 13,694 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 13,318 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 13,318 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 12,315 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 12,089 miles

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Rear pedal spongy

Pass 23 Jan 2016 9,394 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,880 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,321 miles

alloy banjos fitted recomended for race use

Pass 14 Jun 2012 8,741 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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DX51 WCP is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in Brown with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 22,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX51 WCP, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 WCP registered?

DX51 WCP is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is DX51 WCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 WCP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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