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YK08 FTE

2008 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1254cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,495 mi
Last recorded33,495 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Bandit16,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 FTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,254cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 33,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 31,531 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 30,862 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 29,010 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 27,224 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 25,461 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 24,415 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 24,415 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 22,476 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 21,740 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 20,074 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 17,748 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 15,083 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 11,749 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 11,725 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,370 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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YK08 FTE is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,254cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 16,606 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 YK08 FTE, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK08 FTE registered?

YK08 FTE is a 2008 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is YK08 FTE safe to buy?

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