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T43 GCK

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,334 mi
Last recorded22,334 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT43 GCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 22,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 17,246 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 17,182 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 17,182 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 16,802 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 16,421 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 15,978 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2016 15,976 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling towing to the right (2.5.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 15,476 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 15,183 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 14,043 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 12,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 12,145 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2009 12,125 miles

Rear 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)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 11,618 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 9,994 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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T43 GCK is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T43 GCK, 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 T43 GCK registered?

T43 GCK is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 6 April 1999.

Is T43 GCK safe to buy?

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