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T203 GJM

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,626 mi
Last recorded25,626 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT203 GJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2012 25,626 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 24,621 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 May 2010 24,621 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 22,964 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 22,952 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 21,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 19,436 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 17,251 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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T203 GJM is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 T203 GJM, 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.

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What year was T203 GJM registered?

T203 GJM is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 7 July 1999.

Is T203 GJM safe to buy?

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