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Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring reliable? We analysed 1,245 real MOT tests across 125 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,245 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.5%
Typical Mileage
18,323mi
Annual Mileage
1,282mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring.

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90%
2008
88.9%
2007
90.2%
2006

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring 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 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Drive chain excessively loose 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
432 mi/yr
Typical
1,282 mi/yr
Average
2,044 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,616 mi/yr

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 291 90.0% 9,960 17,066 28,908
2007 683 88.9% 10,948 19,496 28,477
2006 214 90.2% 8,865 17,583 25,852

How Long Does a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Last?

Based on 125 Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.2 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
18,323 mi
75th Percentile
28,602 mi
95th Percentile
45,575 mi
Max Recorded
582,043 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring

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

Best year
2006

90.2% MOT pass rate from 214 tests

Year to avoid
2007

88.9% MOT pass rate from 683 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.2% across 214 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.9% — 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 Touring 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 Touring THIS CAR 89.5% 1,245 18,323 mi 20 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
Honda C50LAC 86.6% 567 15,272 mi 44 yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring?

The Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.5% across 1,245 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 Touring are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (12 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (9), and drive chain excessively loose (5). 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 Touring 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 Touring owner drives around 1,282 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 Touring models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.

Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring reliable?
Based on 1,245 MOT tests, the Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring has a 89.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and drive chain excessively loose. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring do per year?
The typical Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring does around 1,282 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring last?
Most Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 125 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring?
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 650 AK7 Touring?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring is 2006 with a 90.2% pass rate across 214 tests.