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T131 FOD

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,860 mi
Last recorded43,860 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT131 FOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 43,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 44,010 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 7,306 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 4,193 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 111 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 30,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 May 2016 30,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 29,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 29,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 29,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 29,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 27,924 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 26,420 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,293 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,923 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,823 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 18,762 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 17,914 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 17,914 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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T131 FOD is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T131 FOD, 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 T131 FOD registered?

T131 FOD is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is T131 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T131 FOD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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