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MF51 DCY

2001 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,526 mi
Last recorded24,526 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 DCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2011 24,526 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,974 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 23,969 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 22,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2009 22,948 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 20,857 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 20,857 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jan 2007 17,045 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 16,426 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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MF51 DCY is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MF51 DCY, 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.

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What year was MF51 DCY registered?

MF51 DCY is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is MF51 DCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 DCY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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