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DE08 DFJ

2008 Suzuki DL650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,383 mi
Last recorded96,383 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DL65022,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 DFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 96,383 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 94,303 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 94,303 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 82,776 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 71,478 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 57,841 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 45,231 miles

headstock bearing slightly notchy

Pass 10 Jun 2011 33,943 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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DE08 DFJ is a 2008 Suzuki DL650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE08 DFJ, 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 DE08 DFJ registered?

DE08 DFJ is a 2008 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is DE08 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 DFJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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