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Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 reliable? We analysed 986 real MOT tests across 347 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 986 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.0%
Typical Mileage
9,819mi
Annual Mileage
1,910mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0.

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93%
2021
92.1%
2020

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 2
Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail 2

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
780 mi/yr
Typical
1,910 mi/yr
Average
2,751 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,998 mi/yr

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 270 93.0% 6,161 8,832 14,004
2020 660 92.1% 6,168 10,071 14,136

How Long Does a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Last?

Based on 347 Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,819 mi
75th Percentile
14,139 mi
95th Percentile
25,599 mi
Max Recorded
63,106 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

93.0% MOT pass rate from 270 tests

Year to avoid
2020

92.1% MOT pass rate from 660 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 270 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 THIS CAR 92.0% 986 9,819 mi — yrs
Suzuki Swift 76.1% 2,247,517 51,601 mi 31 yrs
Suzuki Alto 74% 1,154,186 41,167 mi 28 yrs
Suzuki Grand Vitara 76.2% 1,025,634 67,542 mi 28 yrs
Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Bmt 95.7% 852 49,416 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0?

The Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 986 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 1 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 owner drives around 1,910 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 reliable?
Based on 986 MOT tests, the Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 has a 92.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm.
How many miles does a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 does around 1,910 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 is 2021 with a 93.0% pass rate across 270 tests.