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S272 KLX

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,998 mi
Last recorded67,998 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS272 KLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 67,998 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Slight oil weap LH fork seal. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 66,992 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 62,738 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 62,738 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 58,682 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 55,161 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 52,271 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 52,084 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 46,064 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 45,407 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 44,469 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 44,137 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 43,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 42,450 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 41,887 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 40,526 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 39,090 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 37,827 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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S272 KLX is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 24,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S272 KLX, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S272 KLX registered?

S272 KLX is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S272 KLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S272 KLX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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