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WV08 EPJ

2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,140 mi
Last recorded12,140 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT18,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 EPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDl 1000 K7 GT
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 12,140 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 11,394 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 10,464 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 5,586 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 4,873 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 4,825 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 4,815 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 4,505 miles

clutch lever broken

Pass 24 Aug 2016 4,499 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 4,494 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 3,155 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 2,759 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 2,749 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 1,371 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 782 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 180 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
1,362
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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WV08 EPJ is a 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 18,572 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 Dl 1000 K7 GT fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV08 EPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV08 EPJ registered?

WV08 EPJ is a 2008 Suzuki Dl 1000 K7 GT, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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