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WA03 YTH

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests27 (15 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

103,589 mi
Last recorded103,589 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 YTH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 12 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 103,589 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2023 103,586 miles

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 102,360 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2022 102,431 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 100,098 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 100,098 miles

Front Brake excessively binding body of caliper fouling on disc---incorrect assembly (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 94,843 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 87,423 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 87,423 miles

Central Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 79,006 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2015 78,848 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 71,175 miles

Number plate slightly deteriated and light not working.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 71,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Number plate slightly deteriated and light not working.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 63,898 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 63,898 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 54,821 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2012 54,821 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 47,514 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 47,514 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2010 39,854 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2010 39,781 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2009 32,548 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 19 Nov 2009 32,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2009 31,185 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 25,414 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 19,818 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 13,927 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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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WA03 YTH is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WA03 YTH, 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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WA03 YTH is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 16 August 2003.

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