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PJ05 MKP

2005 Suzuki DL650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,985 mi
Last recorded35,985 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 MKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 35,985 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 35,774 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 35,681 miles

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

Rear puncture repair

Fail 5 Jul 2024 35,681 miles

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

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

Rear puncture repair

Pass 30 Jun 2023 35,648 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2022 35,642 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Apr 2022 35,642 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2021 35,635 miles

Front Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (1.1.15 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 35,602 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 34,604 miles

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

Front Lower Exhaust clamp missing

Pass 13 Apr 2018 34,121 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 33,552 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 32,793 miles

Drive chain slightly loose and dry (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 29,130 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 24,833 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 24,831 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 13,491 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,833 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 11,897 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 10,963 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 10,842 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 7,658 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 7,658 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,626 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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PJ05 MKP is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 21,210 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 PJ05 MKP, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ05 MKP registered?

PJ05 MKP is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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