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HJ08 SVV

2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,674 mi
Last recorded21,674 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT18,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 SVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDl 1000 K7 GT
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 21,674 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 21,674 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 20,279 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 17,863 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 16,610 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 15,277 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 14,508 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 12,818 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 10,934 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2018 10,933 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 8,535 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,882 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 7,680 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 6,876 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 5,672 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 180 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
1,362
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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HJ08 SVV is a 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 18,572 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 Dl 1000 K7 GT fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ08 SVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ08 SVV registered?

HJ08 SVV is a 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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