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M461 YBV

2003 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,899 mi
Last recorded42,899 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Bandit20,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM461 YBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 42,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2016 42,899 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 19,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 19,019 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 19,006 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 14,999 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 14,999 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 14,999 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 15,011 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2009 14,999 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 14,999 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2007 14,999 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 14,999 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 14,999 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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M461 YBV is a 2003 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 20,023 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 M461 YBV, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M461 YBV is a 2003 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 4 June 2003.

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