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ET05 YRA

2005 Suzuki DL650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,191 mi
Last recorded38,191 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 YRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 38,191 miles

Front Footrest slightly loose Rubbers Insecure on both fronts (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 38,191 miles

Rear Footrest missing Both Rears (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Footrest slightly loose Rubbers Insecure on both fronts (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 34,673 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 33,271 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 31,853 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 29,928 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 29,111 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,903 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 26,114 miles

pass light switch not working

Fail 12 Apr 2017 26,111 miles

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

pass light switch not working

Pass 11 Feb 2016 25,136 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,919 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 24,602 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 24,025 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 22,208 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 22,208 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 19,062 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,062 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,412 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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ET05 YRA is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 21,210 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 ET05 YRA, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ET05 YRA registered?

ET05 YRA is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is ET05 YRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 YRA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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