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WM08 BYW

2008 Suzuki DL650

Grey Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,756 mi
Last recorded29,756 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DL65022,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 BYW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 29,756 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 29,708 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 28,987 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 26,930 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 24,699 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 20,369 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 16,086 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 13,849 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,810 miles

front brakes starting to bind

Pass 13 Jun 2013 12,253 miles

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

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

front brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,838 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 8,838 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DL650?

Based on 21,809 MOT tests across 2,077 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,461
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,077
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 215
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 159
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 105
wheel bearings have excessive free play 74
Drive chain excessively loose 72
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WM08 BYW is a 2008 Suzuki DL650 in Grey with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 22,719 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DL650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM08 BYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM08 BYW registered?

WM08 BYW is a 2008 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is WM08 BYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 BYW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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