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BU03 OOC

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

46,569 mi
Last recorded46,569 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 OOC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 46,569 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 46,569 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 44,008 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 44,002 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 35,499 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 35,499 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 34,947 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 34,432 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 33,134 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,549 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 28,819 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 23,665 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 23,665 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 19,304 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 19,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 15,360 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,052 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 OOC is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 OOC, 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 OOC registered?

BU03 OOC is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is BU03 OOC safe to buy?

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