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Y293 NWL

2001 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,972 mi
Last recorded53,972 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Bandit22,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY293 NWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 53,972 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 50,308 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 41,740 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 41,740 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Vehicle identification number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 36,866 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 36,804 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 36,493 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 36,317 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 36,191 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 36,076 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 35,870 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,524 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 33,467 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 25,620 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 22,783 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 22,783 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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Y293 NWL is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 600cc 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 Y293 NWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y293 NWL registered?

Y293 NWL is a 2001 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 16 August 2001.

Is Y293 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y293 NWL 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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