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KT55 HKJ

2006 Suzuki DL1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,368 mi
Last recorded26,368 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DL100019,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT55 HKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 26,368 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 26,344 miles

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 25,149 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 25,131 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2015 24,255 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 23,604 miles

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

rear brake slightly sticking

Fail 10 Oct 2014 23,585 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 21,410 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

headlamp flash not functioning

Fail 22 Aug 2013 21,410 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

headlamp flash not functioning

Pass 24 Aug 2012 19,034 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 15,877 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 15,877 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 15,125 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 12,993 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 12,777 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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KT55 HKJ is a 2006 Suzuki DL1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 19,668 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 KT55 HKJ, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KT55 HKJ registered?

KT55 HKJ is a 2006 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 2 February 2006.

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