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DS08 NVM

2008 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,453 mi
Last recorded45,453 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DL100019,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 NVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 45,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 44,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 44,449 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer insecure both silencers (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both silencer areas (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 43,688 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2022 43,676 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released when rear brake pedal is applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 42,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 41,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 17 May 2019 41,759 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 40,553 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 37,558 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 37,508 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 34,342 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 33,446 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 32,675 miles

Nearside Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 32,675 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 22,641 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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DS08 NVM is a 2008 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 19,171 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 DS08 NVM, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS08 NVM registered?

DS08 NVM is a 2008 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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