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LB09 NKE

2009 Suzuki Bandit

White Petrol 1255cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

119,530 mi
Last recorded119,530 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Bandit16,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB09 NKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,255cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 119,530 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 118,140 miles

front brake spongy but not to excess

Fail 17 Jun 2022 118,140 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front brake spongy but not to excess

Pass 25 May 2021 115,522 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2021 115,512 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 104,491 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 104,491 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 96,439 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 86,252 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 76,165 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 76,165 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 65,023 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 55,025 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 43,880 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 43,880 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2012 33,492 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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LB09 NKE is a 2009 Suzuki Bandit in White with a 1,255cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 16,384 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 LB09 NKE, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB09 NKE registered?

LB09 NKE is a 2009 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 24 July 2009.

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