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PN05 VTW

2005 Suzuki DL1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,805 mi
Last recorded19,805 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL100020,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 VTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 19,805 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 19,459 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 19,449 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 19,449 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Play in fork bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Excessive play in swingarm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Heated grip jams throttle. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2023 19,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 May 2023 19,381 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 19,366 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 19,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 May 2021 19,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 18,679 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 17,850 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 16,321 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 May 2017 13,970 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 10,823 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2016 10,823 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 9,986 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 8,607 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 6,631 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2012 6,432 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 5,979 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 5,423 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 5,090 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 5,090 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 4,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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PN05 VTW is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,546 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 PN05 VTW, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PN05 VTW registered?

PN05 VTW is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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