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FY56 JXG

2006 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,977 mi
Last recorded58,977 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Bandit15,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 JXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 58,977 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 55,978 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 53,839 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 51,399 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2022 51,399 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 48,804 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 48,804 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 46,501 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 46,499 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 42,314 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 19 May 2018 34,377 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion LHS fork slight misting (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,641 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 30,577 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 30,577 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,350 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 25,212 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 May 2012 22,070 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,390 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 18,094 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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FY56 JXG is a 2006 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 15,974 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 FY56 JXG, 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 20 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 FY56 JXG registered?

FY56 JXG is a 2006 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is FY56 JXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 JXG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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