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SP53 DRO

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,541 mi
Last recorded29,541 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 DRO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 29,541 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 29,346 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,527 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 25,278 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 22,836 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2013 22,825 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 21,231 miles

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

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,220 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 16,191 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 15,796 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 May 2009 15,762 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 May 2008 15,110 miles

Headlamp masked

Pass 26 Apr 2007 14,220 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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 DRO is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DRO, 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 DRO registered?

SP53 DRO is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is SP53 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 DRO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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