MOT Status
ValidMileage
48,934 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
forks pitting
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
rear spoken wearing slightly
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Suzuki DL1000?
Based on 16,966 MOT tests across 1,393 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EK03 HCV is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 EK03 HCV, 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 EK03 HCV registered?
EK03 HCV is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 23 June 2003.
Is EK03 HCV safe to buy?
The MOT history for EK03 HCV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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