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Suzuki Bandit 1200 S

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,198 cc

T951 MGBMOT history

T951 MGB is a red petrol Suzuki Bandit 1200 S first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2017 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 58,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2017
Mileage
58,782 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T951 MGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Bandit 1200 S
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2017
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T951 MGB was last recorded at 58,782 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,696 miles · 28 Jun 2017
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
1,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,782 miles
  • 2017 – 58,696 miles
  • 2016 – 57,369 miles
  • 2015 – 57,184 miles
  • 2014 – 52,310 miles
  • 2013 – 46,429 miles
  • 2011 – 42,298 miles
  • 2010 – 38,534 miles
  • 2009 – 35,441 miles
  • 2008 – 30,161 miles
  • 2007 – 27,527 miles
  • 2006 – 22,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,782 miles
  • MajorRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,782 miles (+86)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,782 miles
    Test number
    625227608826
    • MajorRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  2. Fail58,696 miles (+1,327)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,696 miles
    Test number
    109443974412
    • FailureNearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
  3. Pass57,369 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,369 miles
    Test number
    761910121002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,184 miles (+4,874)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,184 miles
    Test number
    579044195026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,310 miles (+5,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,310 miles
    Test number
    658854074089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
  6. Pass46,429 miles (+4,131)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,429 miles
    Test number
    755456243065
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
  7. Pass42,298 miles (+3,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,298 miles
    Test number
    328933361301
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
  8. Pass38,534 miles (+3,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    38,534 miles
    Test number
    472563300396
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  9. Pass35,441 miles (+5,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,441 miles
    Test number
    654695689204
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  10. Pass30,161 miles (+2,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,161 miles
    Test number
    180840598261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
  11. Pass27,527 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    27,527 miles
    Test number
    392379417261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,331 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    22,331 miles
    Test number
    150436326202
    • NoteFront fully floating brake disc`s rivetts small amount of wear!
    • NoteHead race bearings slightly tight!
  13. Fail22,331 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,331 miles
    Test number
    214656826251
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • NoteFront fully floating brake disc`s rivetts small amount of wear!
    • NoteHead race bearings slightly tight!

Questions about T951 MGB

Does T951 MGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T951 MGB expired on 9 May 2017, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T951 MGB?
The MOT on T951 MGB expired on 9 May 2017. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T951 MGB done?
T951 MGB was recorded at 58,782 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 1,808 miles a year.
Has T951 MGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T951 MGB has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T951 MGB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T951 MGB find?
T951 MGB failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 1 advisory: rear lower shock absorber has an excessively worn bush; steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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