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W852 OSN

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,798 mi
Last recorded5,798 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW852 OSN
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 5,798 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 5,692 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 3,892 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 2,153 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 4 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 37,737 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 37,042 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 37,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 36,028 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 36,028 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 32,148 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 May 2014 31,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2014 31,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 29,246 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlight masks fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Apr 2010 26,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 26,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 19 Jun 2008 24,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

main beam warning light not working

Pass 19 Jun 2008 24,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

main beam warning light not working

Pass 6 Jun 2007 22,840 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2005 21,454 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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W852 OSN is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W852 OSN, 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

How do I check the history of W852 OSN?

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What year was W852 OSN registered?

W852 OSN is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 9 May 2000.

Is W852 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W852 OSN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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