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HJ12 ORL

2012 Suzuki Dl 650 AL2

Orange Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,100 mi
Last recorded44,100 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Dl 650 AL217,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 ORL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDl 650 AL2
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 44,100 miles

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 43,831 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 41,781 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 41,756 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 40,454 miles

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

Lower exhaust clamp damaged

Pass 8 Oct 2020 39,125 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 39,125 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 Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 35,211 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 35,209 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 29,561 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 24,281 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 16,430 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 14,244 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Dl 650 AL2?

Based on 5,484 MOT tests across 649 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
1,618
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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HJ12 ORL is a 2012 Suzuki Dl 650 AL2 in Orange with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Dl 650 AL2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 17,910 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 650 AL2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ12 ORL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Dl 650 AL2 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Dl 650 AL2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ12 ORL registered?

HJ12 ORL is a 2012 Suzuki Dl 650 AL2, first registered on 7 March 2012.

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