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YJ53 NVW

2003 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

63,512 mi
Last recorded63,512 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DL100024,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 NVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 63,512 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2021 63,512 miles

Rear Wheel hub excessively worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 49,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 49,958 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel hub excessively worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 40,305 miles

slight play in rear swinging arm

Fail 18 Mar 2019 40,305 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight play in rear swinging arm

Pass 17 Jul 2018 40,098 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 39,746 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 39,486 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 39,070 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 39,070 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 38,518 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 38,518 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 37,663 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 36,292 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 34,622 miles

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

coolant level low

Fail 7 Feb 2011 34,622 miles

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

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

coolant level low

Pass 6 Feb 2010 33,137 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 28,721 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 23,995 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 23,995 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 17,955 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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YJ53 NVW is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 YJ53 NVW, 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 NVW registered?

YJ53 NVW is a 2003 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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