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PL03 JGZ

2003 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

20,625 mi
Last recorded20,625 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Bandit20,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 JGZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 20,625 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 20,506 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 20,501 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 20,418 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 20,418 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 20,315 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2022 20,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 20,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 19,347 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 19,347 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 18,647 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 14,910 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 14,910 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 12,607 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 10,633 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 9,524 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 8,057 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 8,209 miles

clicking noise when turning rear wheel

Fail 9 Mar 2011 8,206 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clicking noise when turning rear wheel

Pass 11 Mar 2010 6,058 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 5,996 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 5,522 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 5,521 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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PL03 JGZ is a 2003 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 PL03 JGZ, 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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What year was PL03 JGZ registered?

PL03 JGZ is a 2003 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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