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EU53 TKC

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,897 mi
Last recorded54,897 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 TKC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 54,897 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 54,092 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 52,292 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

centre stand spring weak

Pass 30 Sep 2019 51,991 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 45,634 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 43,331 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 43,331 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 40,059 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 36,857 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 31,958 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 31,958 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,181 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 21,084 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 16,130 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
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EU53 TKC is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EU53 TKC, 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 EU53 TKC registered?

EU53 TKC is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is EU53 TKC safe to buy?

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