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W34 MJW

2004 Suzuki DL1000

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,363 mi
Last recorded32,363 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DL100023,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW34 MJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 32,363 miles

Centre stand not fully retracting

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 29,939 miles

Gear lever pivot worn

Oil leak

Front Position lamp incorrect colour Both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Brake lever not releasing correctly Rubbing on hand guard (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Centre stand worn and corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Both (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2025 29,939 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly Rubbing on hand guard (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Centre stand worn and corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Both (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour Both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 26,325 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil cooler pipes corroded

Oil filter corroded

Rear sprocket carrier bush worn

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 24,518 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear sprocket carrier worn

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2023 24,518 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear sprocket carrier worn

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 23,825 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 22,695 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 22,067 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 22,067 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable fitted in incorrect direct (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 20,078 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 18,378 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 15,916 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 15,454 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 14,346 miles

slight play in rear sprocket bearing

Pass 22 Feb 2014 13,488 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 12,664 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 11,962 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 10,300 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 9,763 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 8,457 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 5,244 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 3,849 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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W34 MJW is a 2004 Suzuki DL1000 in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 W34 MJW, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W34 MJW registered?

W34 MJW is a 2004 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 4 March 2004.

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