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Y165 XEV

2001 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,416 mi
Last recorded28,416 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2015 28,416 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

offside rear position lamp not illuminating

Pass 1 Aug 2014 27,684 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,626 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 21,675 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 18,282 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 15,570 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 13,412 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 12,384 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 10,413 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 8,670 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 XEV is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XEV, 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 XEV registered?

Y165 XEV is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 7 August 2001.

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