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T416 LAU

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,542 mi
Last recorded27,542 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT416 LAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2014 27,542 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,275 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 16,044 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 16,037 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

FRONT TYRE FLAT

Pass 8 Aug 2009 15,659 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 14,945 miles

steering head bearings notchy( borderline pass)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 14,945 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

steering head bearings notchy( borderline pass)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 13,401 miles

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

bolt loose in main stand

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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T416 LAU is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc 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 T416 LAU, 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 T416 LAU registered?

T416 LAU is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T416 LAU safe to buy?

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