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ML59 YBZ

2009 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,365 mi
Last recorded37,365 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Bandit16,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 YBZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 37,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Slight cracking around petrol cap seal.

Pass 11 Feb 2023 35,567 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar mounting creaking

Fail 2 Feb 2023 35,557 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Bolt snapped (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar mounting creaking

Pass 27 Nov 2021 33,982 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 33,982 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 33,181 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 33,181 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 31,872 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2019 31,872 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 30,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front slightly spongy

Pass 18 Nov 2017 29,084 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 26,872 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 23,976 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 21,647 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 16,262 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 11,516 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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ML59 YBZ is a 2009 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ML59 YBZ, 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 ML59 YBZ registered?

ML59 YBZ is a 2009 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 7 November 2009.

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