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CX03 HBA

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,819 mi
Last recorded35,819 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 HBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 35,819 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 35,646 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 35,610 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 35,043 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 34,383 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 34,366 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear one rear position lamps does not work but lamp functions as required

Pass 9 Jan 2020 32,528 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2019 32,151 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 32,088 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 30,570 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 28,361 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 26,691 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 24,316 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 21,126 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 16,505 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 15,563 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 13,446 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 10,858 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 10,741 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,312 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 9,259 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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CX03 HBA 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 85.7%.

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 CX03 HBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX03 HBA registered?

CX03 HBA is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is CX03 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX03 HBA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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