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W62 PRC

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

34,249 mi
Last recorded34,249 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW62 PRC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 34,249 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 34,249 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 32,925 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 May 2024 32,925 miles

Drive chain sprocket excessively loose securing nuts loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 32,737 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 32,737 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 May 2022 31,410 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 31,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 31,059 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2018 29,476 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 28,589 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 27,331 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 25,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 23,636 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 22,219 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 22,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 17 May 2012 22,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 May 2010 16,492 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 16,184 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 10,330 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 13,682 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 8,984 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 8,984 miles

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

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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W62 PRC is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 W62 PRC, 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 W62 PRC registered?

W62 PRC is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W62 PRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W62 PRC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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