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EX55 YBM

2005 Suzuki DL650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,268 mi
Last recorded33,268 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 YBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 33,268 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 33,260 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Engine oil level low

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 31,724 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 29,620 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 29,608 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 26,514 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 23,590 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2022 23,590 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 20,749 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 20,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 20,666 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 19,157 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 16,151 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 15,009 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 15,009 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,862 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 10,547 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 7,109 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 4,302 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 3,726 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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EX55 YBM is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX55 YBM, 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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EX55 YBM is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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