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SV53 FKF

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,581 mi
Last recorded16,581 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 FKF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 16,581 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 16,269 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 16,049 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 16,049 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 15,139 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 14,815 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 14,762 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 14,504 miles

Central Rear tyre worn

oil leak

Fail 29 Aug 2018 14,504 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear tyre worn

Nearside Front position lamp not working

oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2017 13,194 miles

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 9,485 miles

Nearside Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 5,208 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 5,208 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 4,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 3,724 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 3,673 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 3,366 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 3,071 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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SV53 FKF is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SV53 FKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV53 FKF registered?

SV53 FKF is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is SV53 FKF safe to buy?

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