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LJ03 VWK

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

81,530 mi
Last recorded81,530 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 81,530 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 77,301 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 73,856 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 70,604 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 66,912 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2020 64,448 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 62,943 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 58,732 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 55,414 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit ON LIMIT (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 50,149 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 46,071 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 41,318 miles

front brake pads slightly low

rear tyre tread slightly low in centre

slight play in rear swing arm bushes

Pass 21 Aug 2013 37,466 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 33,342 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,360 miles

rear brake pads slightly low

rear tyre tread low in centre

Pass 28 Aug 2010 25,805 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 22,362 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,971 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 10,710 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 6,953 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 6,953 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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LJ03 VWK is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 LJ03 VWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ03 VWK registered?

LJ03 VWK is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 VWK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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