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GL05 VYW

2005 Suzuki DL650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,816 mi
Last recorded50,816 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 VYW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 50,816 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 50,810 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 50,102 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 49,226 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 47,282 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 43,874 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 43,874 miles

Front Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 18 May 2016 41,791 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 100,881 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 37,748 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 37,748 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 36,235 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 34,408 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 34,408 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 30,496 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 25,783 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 21,565 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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GL05 VYW is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GL05 VYW, 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 GL05 VYW registered?

GL05 VYW is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is GL05 VYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 VYW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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