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Y165 VST

2001 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,976 mi
Last recorded31,976 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY165 VST
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 31,976 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 31,588 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 31,135 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 31,113 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,326 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,776 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 27,838 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 26,828 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 26,803 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 25,423 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 25,365 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 25,225 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,918 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 24,684 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 24,585 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 24,212 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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Y165 VST is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 22,840 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 Y165 VST, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y165 VST registered?

Y165 VST is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y165 VST safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y165 VST shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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