MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,490 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake disc slightly distorted , no effect on brake effort
Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake disc slightly distorted , no effect on brake effort
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))
Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Number Plate lamp not working
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Rear Cylinder downpipe (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Suzuki DL1000?
Based on 16,966 MOT tests across 1,393 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AY53 HDL is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2003 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 24,277 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 DL1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 HDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki DL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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AY53 HDL is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 31 October 2003.
Is AY53 HDL safe to buy?
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