Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT reliable? We analysed 1,180 real MOT tests across 102 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 184 | 87.5% | 11,174 | 17,010 | 26,003 |
| 2008 | 586 | 84.0% | 13,168 | 23,146 | 32,942 |
| 2007 | 391 | 90.8% | 10,478 | 17,561 | 32,134 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Last?
Based on 102 Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.8% MOT pass rate from 391 tests
84.0% MOT pass rate from 586 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 391 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — 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 650 AK7 GT Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT THIS CAR | 86.9% | 1,180 | 19,984 mi | 19 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 |
| Triumph Rocket 111 Touring | 91.1% | 1,762 | 11,875 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GTShould you buy a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT?
The Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 1,180 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (9 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (9), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (7). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 650 AK7 GT 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 650 AK7 GT owner drives around 1,547 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.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 GT models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.