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W211 LPY

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,680 mi
Last recorded45,680 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW211 LPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 45,680 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 45,417 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 45,102 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 44,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2016 43,453 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 43,450 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Front Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber dry bushes

Nearside Gear change excess play

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,923 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 35,869 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 29,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 22,583 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 22,312 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 22,307 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 21,664 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 21,664 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 20,895 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 20,895 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,149 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 19,514 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 18,879 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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W211 LPY is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 22,730 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 W211 LPY, 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 26 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 W211 LPY registered?

W211 LPY is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W211 LPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W211 LPY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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