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SB05 BGU

2005 Suzuki DL650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

40,285 mi
Last recorded40,285 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 BGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 40,285 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 38,332 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 34,926 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 33,322 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 33,315 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 32,667 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2020 32,667 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 29,996 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 28,238 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 24,003 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 15,141 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 1.69 MM (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 1.66 MM (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2015 10,278 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 8,076 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 5,736 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 4,512 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 3,542 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

nearside handlebar end loose

Pass 12 Jan 2011 3,542 miles

nearside handlebar end loose

Pass 16 Jan 2010 2,263 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 1,483 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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SB05 BGU is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB05 BGU, 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.

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What year was SB05 BGU registered?

SB05 BGU is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is SB05 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB05 BGU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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