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HF04 SHV

2004 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

40,089 mi
Last recorded40,089 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DL100023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 SHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 40,089 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 40,089 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Slightly stiff (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 6 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 6 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 4,189 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

whole bike covered in protection oil, ok at time of test

Pass 17 Apr 2021 2,162 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

head lamp mask fitted

Fail 16 Apr 2021 2,154 miles

Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

head lamp mask fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2020 35,354 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 24,757 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 12,927 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 12,839 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 12,839 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 9,970 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2009 9,970 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 8,305 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2008 8,305 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 6,471 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 6,471 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear 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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HF04 SHV is a 2004 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 HF04 SHV, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF04 SHV registered?

HF04 SHV is a 2004 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 8 July 2004.

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