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MK10 YJL

2010 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,409 mi
Last recorded14,409 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2010 Suzuki Bandit12,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK10 YJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 14,409 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 12,797 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 8,550 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 8,275 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 9,767 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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Fail 11 May 2019 9,767 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

EXHAUST NOISY O/SIDE

Pass 28 Apr 2018 7,827 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged SLIGHT PERISHING AT THE STEM OF THE VALVE (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,488 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,097 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 6,606 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 6,024 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 5,461 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 5,461 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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MK10 YJL is a 2010 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2010 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 12,541 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 MK10 YJL, 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 16 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK10 YJL registered?

MK10 YJL is a 2010 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is MK10 YJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK10 YJL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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