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CV08 UVT

2008 Suzuki DL650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

62,789 mi
Last recorded62,789 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DL65022,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 UVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 62,789 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2025 62,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 62,599 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 61,734 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 59,939 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 57,894 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 57,894 miles

Rear Brake component insecure brake caliper mounting bracket fitted incorrectly (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 57,894 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated Clutch lever pivot pin insecure (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake hose excessively stretched brake hose incorrectly fitted at front master cylinder (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged both pipes/hoses retaining clips not secured to front mount brackets (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal pivot has excessive free play push rod for rear brake cylinder insecure/ has no adjustment nut fitted (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Front bush at rear shock absorber pivot lever (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Rear suspension swing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied Lever pivot pin has no retaining device (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied Clevis pin between rear brake pedal and rear brake pushrod has no retaining device (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear side brackets for panniers insecure

Metal bracket/frame insecure and sticking out at front of bike

loose bare wires at left hand side of handlebars

Fail 13 Aug 2020 57,364 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Both sides (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 57,146 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

brake travel front hand lever

Pass 7 Nov 2017 55,099 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 45,897 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 44,795 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 33,412 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 33,354 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,696 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,794 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DL650?

Based on 21,809 MOT tests across 2,077 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,461
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,077
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 215
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 159
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 105
wheel bearings have excessive free play 74
Drive chain excessively loose 72
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CV08 UVT is a 2008 Suzuki DL650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 22,719 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 DL650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV08 UVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CV08 UVT registered?

CV08 UVT is a 2008 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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