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YJ53 KSU

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,764 mi
Last recorded68,764 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 KSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 68,764 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 68,615 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 68,612 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 20 May 2017 68,549 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 68,219 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 63,299 miles

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

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

number plate light out at time of test

slight bind on front wheel

Pass 18 Dec 2013 61,838 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 52,705 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 49,648 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 43,094 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,715 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,770 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 20,502 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 17,146 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 27,581 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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YJ53 KSU is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ53 KSU, 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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What year was YJ53 KSU registered?

YJ53 KSU is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is YJ53 KSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ53 KSU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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