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HJ52 VGR

2002 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,571 mi
Last recorded42,571 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DL100026,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 VGR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 42,571 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 41,689 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm slightly loose SWING ARM BEARINGS HAVE SLIGHT FREEPLAY (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 41,689 miles

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

Central Rear Suspension arm slightly loose SWING ARM BEARINGS HAVE SLIGHT FREEPLAY (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 37,850 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 37,846 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 35,415 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 34,267 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 33,637 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 33,565 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 33,545 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 33,525 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 32,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2012 31,625 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 30,880 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Sep 2011 30,880 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 30,253 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 29,580 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 26,049 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 22,152 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jan 2006 18,498 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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HJ52 VGR is a 2002 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,623 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 HJ52 VGR, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ52 VGR registered?

HJ52 VGR is a 2002 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 2 December 2002.

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