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DK03 FBZ

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Yellow Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

64,832 mi
Last recorded64,832 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FBZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 64,832 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 64,832 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level clutch (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2021 64,829 miles

Front Brake performance not tested Front brake calliper locked (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 62,647 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 59,671 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 57,327 miles

clutch lever broken but still operational

Pass 4 Apr 2017 54,836 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 54,772 miles

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

Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside exhaust clamp missing from endcan

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

exhaust clamp missing downpipes

Pass 26 May 2015 51,680 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 49,780 miles

Front Tyre Is Cracking

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 49,780 miles

Front Tyre Is Cracking

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2012 48,909 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 46,898 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 41,174 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 33,721 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 33,636 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 30,753 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 27,915 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 27,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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DK03 FBZ is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Yellow with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DK03 FBZ, 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 DK03 FBZ registered?

DK03 FBZ is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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