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ST05 UVJ

2005 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

24,875 mi
Last recorded24,875 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL100020,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 UVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 24,875 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 24,869 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 24,831 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 24,782 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 24,541 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 24,263 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 23,600 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 12 Jun 2017 23,045 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 22,122 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 20,958 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 19,598 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 19,598 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 18,168 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre has slight crazing between the tread blocks

Fail 22 Jun 2012 16,431 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,431 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 11,481 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 9,351 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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ST05 UVJ is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ST05 UVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST05 UVJ registered?

ST05 UVJ is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is ST05 UVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 UVJ 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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