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W918 UUJ

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Gold Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,222 mi
Last recorded27,222 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW918 UUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 27,222 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 27,046 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 27,043 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2023 26,968 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 26,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 24,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 24,457 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 24,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 23,919 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 23,621 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 22,812 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 21,879 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 20,937 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 19,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 18,081 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 17,991 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 16,372 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 13,508 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 9,859 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 9,859 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 6,432 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 6,436 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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W918 UUJ is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Gold with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 W918 UUJ, 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 W918 UUJ?

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What year was W918 UUJ registered?

W918 UUJ is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 11 July 2000.

Is W918 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W918 UUJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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