CarVerify

Free Car Check

EK08 PSY

2008 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,505 mi
Last recorded36,505 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DL100019,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 PSY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 36,505 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning low beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity reduced high beam light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 36,505 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning low beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity reduced high beam light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2025 32,385 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 28,951 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2024 28,951 miles

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 26,833 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 24,011 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 20,697 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 17,081 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 14,343 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 13,618 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,408 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 12,078 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 12,011 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 9,751 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 8,114 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 7,258 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 5,982 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 5,501 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
Full Suzuki DL1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EK08 PSY is a 2008 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EK08 PSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EK08 PSY?

You can check the full history of EK08 PSY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EK08 PSY registered?

EK08 PSY is a 2008 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is EK08 PSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 PSY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK08 PSY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EK08 PSY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.