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BU03 HUV

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,569 mi
Last recorded49,569 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 HUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 49,569 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 49,569 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 47,474 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 42,064 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 38,504 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 38,451 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2016 37,320 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 36,812 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2015 36,812 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2014 35,929 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 35,926 miles

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2013 33,976 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2012 32,483 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2011 31,186 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2010 30,314 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 29,722 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 23,896 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 16,092 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DL1000?

Based on 16,966 MOT tests across 1,393 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
1,379
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 182
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 114
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 62
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
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BU03 HUV is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BU03 HUV, 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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What year was BU03 HUV registered?

BU03 HUV is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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