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NL57 HCA

2007 Suzuki Bandit

Black Petrol 1249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,562 mi
Last recorded38,562 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Bandit15,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL57 HCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 38,562 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 36,366 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 35,487 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 34,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 May 2022 32,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 32,308 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 32,268 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 29,929 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 29,929 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp rear lamp has built in indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 24,859 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame front tube slight corsion (6.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 21,385 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,924 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))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 14,087 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 14,087 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 9,998 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 4,809 miles

Nearside Front Upper Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 2,796 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 2,575 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 2,178 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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NL57 HCA is a 2007 Suzuki Bandit in Black with a 1,249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,066 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 NL57 HCA, 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 19 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 NL57 HCA registered?

NL57 HCA is a 2007 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is NL57 HCA safe to buy?

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