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Y266 NRE

2001 Suzuki Bandit

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,320 mi
Last recorded41,320 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY266 NRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 41,320 miles

Rear No Rear Footrests Fitted At Time of Test

Pass 17 Jun 2023 41,303 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Front Tyre Underinflated

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear No Rear Footrests but has strap

Fail 17 Jun 2023 41,303 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Front Tyre Underinflated

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear No Rear Footrests but has strap

Pass 23 Jun 2022 41,286 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 41,286 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure Bolted to Swinging Arm (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Pillion seat with a defective supporting structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect Number Plate Covered (0.1 (c))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 Jun 2022 41,286 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 41,286 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 41,286 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 41,243 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 41,243 miles

Rear Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 41,082 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 34,917 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,666 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 33,766 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 33,725 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 33,725 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 33,155 miles

front brake lever & clutch lever shortened

head light beam deflector fitted

rear brake disc worn & marked

rear mud gaurd / chain gaurd loose

Pass 20 Apr 2007 22,415 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2006 21,643 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 17,185 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2005 17,178 miles

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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Y266 NRE is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Y266 NRE, 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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Y266 NRE is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 2 May 2001.

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