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ML02 LNK

2002 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,980 mi
Last recorded55,980 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DL100026,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 LNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 55,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 55,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 53,127 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 51,608 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 48,867 miles

Front Inner Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members very slight movement. (2.3.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,554 miles

Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 44,334 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 37,793 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 37,793 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2013 31,428 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 31,427 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 May 2012 29,140 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2012 29,140 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 28,752 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 26,152 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 21,746 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 19,478 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 16,500 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 16,500 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2006 9,054 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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ML02 LNK 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 75%.

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 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 ML02 LNK, 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 ML02 LNK registered?

ML02 LNK is a 2002 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 10 July 2002.

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