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T612 XBV

1999 Suzuki Bandit

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,911 mi
Last recorded51,911 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Bandit24,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT612 XBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 51,911 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 49,649 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 47,263 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 44,908 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 42,818 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 40,377 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 38,036 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened NEEDS CLEANING AND PAINTING , OR REPLACING AS ORIGINAL VERY RUSTY (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 35,506 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 33,961 miles

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

Nearside handlebar end weight missing

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake travel has reduced reserve travel

Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,368 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 31,368 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 29,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 27,198 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,708 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 22,533 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,211 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 18,386 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 15,452 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 15,452 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 12,347 miles

To much cooper grease on rear of pads,needs cleaning before it reachs discs.

Pass 24 Jul 2007 9,758 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 6,309 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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T612 XBV is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T612 XBV, 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 T612 XBV registered?

T612 XBV is a 1999 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is T612 XBV safe to buy?

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