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WG55 AWU

2005 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,399 mi
Last recorded22,399 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Bandit16,258 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 AWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 22,399 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 22,103 miles

Drive chain has tight spot

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 19,605 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 19,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 19,292 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 19,069 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 18,787 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 18,131 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 17,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 17,207 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 16,576 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 16,293 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 15,614 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 15,614 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 13,924 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 13,924 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 12,445 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 12,445 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 11,642 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 10,456 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 10,456 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 8,644 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 7,051 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 7,051 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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WG55 AWU is a 2005 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 16,258 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 WG55 AWU, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WG55 AWU registered?

WG55 AWU is a 2005 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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