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LJ05 HVL

2005 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,530 mi
Last recorded38,530 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Bandit16,258 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 HVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,530 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Jun 2011 38,530 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 32,742 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 26,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2008 24,326 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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LJ05 HVL is a 2005 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 16,258 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 LJ05 HVL, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ05 HVL registered?

LJ05 HVL is a 2005 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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