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V180 TAV

2000 Suzuki Bandit

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,255 mi
Last recorded32,255 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Bandit22,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV180 TAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBandit
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 32,255 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 32,252 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 31,482 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 31,471 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 31,464 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 30,927 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 30,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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 7 Aug 2007 30,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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V180 TAV is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Bandit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 22,730 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 V180 TAV, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Bandit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V180 TAV registered?

V180 TAV is a 2000 Suzuki Bandit, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is V180 TAV safe to buy?

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