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SP53 BNF

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,703 mi
Last recorded25,703 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 BNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 25,703 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 24,676 miles

Front brake binding slightly ++ borderline pass ++

Pass 1 Oct 2015 15,488 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 15,488 miles

Drive chain excessively tight worn (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 13,470 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 12,271 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 12,031 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 9,852 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 9,759 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 9,262 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 9,262 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 9,262 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 9,262 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 9,262 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 19 Nov 2007 9,259 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 9,174 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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SP53 BNF is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 24,277 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 SP53 BNF, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP53 BNF registered?

SP53 BNF is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is SP53 BNF safe to buy?

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