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FP03 ZBD

2003 Suzuki DL1000

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

59,759 mi
Last recorded59,759 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 ZBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 59,759 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 58,856 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 58,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 57,846 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2020 57,825 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket carrier (5.1.3 (a) (i))

exhaust corroding

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 10 Aug 2019 57,460 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Slight radial play in rear sprocket carrier bearing.

Pass 4 Aug 2018 56,981 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 56,506 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 55,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 54,267 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 53,782 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 May 2014 53,715 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2013 48,898 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 43,439 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 42,875 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 38,644 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 31,949 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 29,942 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 26,582 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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FP03 ZBD is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in White with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP03 ZBD, 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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FP03 ZBD is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 19 May 2003.

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