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MX54 BSU

2004 Suzuki DL650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

47,543 mi
Last recorded47,543 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DL65022,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX54 BSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 47,543 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 43,203 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 37,587 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 29,731 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 29,613 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

The front fork chrome tubes are rusted and pitted

Fail 7 Sep 2018 29,613 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

The front fork chrome tubes are rusted and pitted

Fail 8 Aug 2018 29,609 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

The front fork chrome tubes are rusted and pitted

Pass 20 Oct 2015 29,290 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 28,609 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 28,596 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 26,949 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 25,210 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 23,487 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

The rear tyre has worn very unevenly

Pass 12 Nov 2010 22,175 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 19,436 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 15,587 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 12,007 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DL650?

Based on 21,809 MOT tests across 2,077 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,461
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,077
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 215
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 159
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 105
wheel bearings have excessive free play 74
Drive chain excessively loose 72
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MX54 BSU is a 2004 Suzuki DL650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 22,426 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 DL650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX54 BSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MX54 BSU is a 2004 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 29 November 2004.

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