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GK03 HGN

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Yellow Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,665 mi
Last recorded19,665 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 HGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,665 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 19,665 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 19,377 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 19,118 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 18,923 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2020 18,923 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 18,546 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 18,546 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 15,913 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 13,533 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 11,113 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 9,868 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 9,542 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 9,541 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 9,225 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 8,445 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 8,118 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 5,870 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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GK03 HGN is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Yellow with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GK03 HGN, 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 GK03 HGN registered?

GK03 HGN is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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