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GV08 RUC

2008 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,690 mi
Last recorded31,690 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DL100019,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 RUC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 31,690 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 31,672 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 29,839 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 29,184 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 28,966 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 28,022 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 26,674 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 26,674 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 24,214 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 24,214 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 23,152 miles

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength wheel has slight flat spot (4.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 21,947 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 17,577 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 15,743 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 13,457 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,383 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 9,383 miles

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

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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GV08 RUC is a 2008 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 19,171 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 GV08 RUC, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV08 RUC registered?

GV08 RUC is a 2008 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is GV08 RUC safe to buy?

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