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HF53 FLV

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Yellow Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,344 mi
Last recorded47,344 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 FLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 47,344 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 45,690 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 45,689 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 44,827 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 44,801 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 43,900 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 42,448 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 40,812 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 37,991 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 30,588 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 19,323 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 162,410 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 13,322 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

number plate cracked

Pass 5 Oct 2007 10,149 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 8,373 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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HF53 FLV is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Yellow with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF53 FLV, 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 HF53 FLV registered?

HF53 FLV is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is HF53 FLV safe to buy?

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