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T531 UWX

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,405 mi
Last recorded82,405 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT531 UWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 82,405 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 82,306 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 75,173 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 68,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 68,499 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 57,931 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 57,931 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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T531 UWX is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T531 UWX, 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 T531 UWX registered?

T531 UWX is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T531 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T531 UWX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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