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HF03 WLE

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Yellow Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,165 mi
Last recorded42,165 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 WLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 42,165 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 41,186 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 40,886 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2022 40,872 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 40,145 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 37,803 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 35,485 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 35,485 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 May 2018 34,894 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 34,470 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,425 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 34,290 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 27,844 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 22,805 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 19,992 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 19,947 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 16,531 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 14,502 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 8,584 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 6,445 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 3,864 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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HF03 WLE is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Yellow with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HF03 WLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF03 WLE registered?

HF03 WLE is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is HF03 WLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 WLE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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