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HX03 ETD

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

25,945 mi
Last recorded25,945 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 ETD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 25,945 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Drive chain has tight spots (seized links) (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 25,913 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 25,404 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 24,856 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 24,613 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 24,341 miles

Front Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust clamp corroded and broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Silencer clamp corroded and broken. Loose clamp catching on swingarm. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Silencer clamp corroded and broken. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 24,341 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust clamp corroded and broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Silencer clamp corroded and broken. Loose clamp catching on swingarm. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Silencer clamp corroded and broken. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 23,634 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 23,325 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 23,325 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 23,325 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 22,628 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 22,628 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 22,061 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 20,732 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 20,179 miles

Front Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 20,179 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 19,660 miles

number plate light out at time of test

Pass 19 Aug 2009 17,817 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 17,813 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,471 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,664 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 7,488 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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HX03 ETD is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 HX03 ETD, 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 HX03 ETD registered?

HX03 ETD is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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