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KV53 FYL

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,377 mi
Last recorded41,377 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 FYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 41,377 miles

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

Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 41,377 miles

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

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

Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 39,762 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Play in lower linkages (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 39,738 miles

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Play in lower linkages (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 38,149 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2023 37,287 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2022 37,251 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 37,251 miles

Central Front Valve stem seriously damaged replaced perished valve (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 37,055 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 36,756 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 36,756 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 36,434 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 36,434 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 35,984 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 34,632 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 34,309 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 33,751 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 33,429 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 32,751 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 31,026 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 22,433 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 18,997 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 16,489 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 11,045 miles

one front position lamp out

Pass 18 Oct 2006 7,504 miles

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

RH front position lamp out

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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KV53 FYL is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV53 FYL, 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 KV53 FYL registered?

KV53 FYL is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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