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JKZ 5851

1993 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,212 mi
Last recorded45,212 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKZ 5851
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 45,212 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 45,196 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 45,181 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 45,170 miles

Tyre pressures very low

Pass 30 Jul 2021 45,106 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 45,092 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 45,068 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 45,068 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 44,837 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 44,547 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 43,967 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 41,332 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 40,571 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 40,571 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 34,556 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 26,708 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

corrosion rear swinging arm

frame corrosion

Fail 10 Apr 2012 26,708 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

corrosion rear swinging arm

frame corrosion

Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,481 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 23,481 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 22,027 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 20,052 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 17,986 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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JKZ 5851 is a 1993 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JKZ 5851, 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 33 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 JKZ 5851 registered?

JKZ 5851 is a 1993 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1993.

Is JKZ 5851 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKZ 5851 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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