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W668 PSG

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

27,478 mi
Last recorded27,478 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW668 PSG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 27,478 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 27,478 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 27,415 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 27,390 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 26,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 26,433 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 25,818 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 25,365 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 25,365 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 25,365 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 21,474 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,493 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 16,493 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 15,519 miles

split link chain fitted

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn bobbins worn between rotor and carrier (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 15,372 miles

Brake hose fouling touches exhaust system (3.2.B3b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension has a modification which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. linkages spaced out with washers making bolts too short for locknuts to be applied effectively (2.4.A.2d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn bobbins worn between rotor and carrier (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 12,867 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 12,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front fork stanchions pitted

nearside handlebar riser slightly deformed

repair to underside of fuel tank

Fail 27 Aug 2013 11,999 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front fork stanchions pitted

nearside handlebar riser slightly deformed

repair to underside of fuel tank

Pass 10 Aug 2012 8,278 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 7,134 miles

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 7,026 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 6,991 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 6,974 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 6,770 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 63,233 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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W668 PSG is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 W668 PSG, 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.

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What year was W668 PSG registered?

W668 PSG is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W668 PSG safe to buy?

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