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W963 VAW

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,672 mi
Last recorded49,672 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW963 VAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 49,672 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2025 47,947 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 45,823 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 43,372 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 42,070 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 40,775 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 39,675 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 38,658 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,184 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 37,184 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,190 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 33,288 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 May 2016 33,288 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 29,609 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 29,249 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 29,246 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 28,890 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2008 28,197 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 26,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2007 26,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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W963 VAW is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 W963 VAW, 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 W963 VAW registered?

W963 VAW is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is W963 VAW safe to buy?

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