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RX05 UWD

2005 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,751 mi
Last recorded53,751 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL100020,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 UWD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 53,751 miles

Engine oil leak

Fail 21 Apr 2026 53,750 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Engine oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2024 51,330 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 51,362 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2022 51,172 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2022 51,148 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 50,140 miles

Centre stand worn

Oil leak from rear cylinder

Pass 4 Jan 2020 46,783 miles

Centre stand deformed

Pass 5 Jan 2019 36,347 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 33,474 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2018 33,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 33,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 30,753 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 24,768 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 18,167 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 18,167 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 10,008 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 May 2012 5,815 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 5,786 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 3,023 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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RX05 UWD is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX05 UWD, 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 RX05 UWD registered?

RX05 UWD is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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