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YJ54 SMO

2004 Suzuki DL650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,900 mi
Last recorded44,900 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DL65022,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 SMO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 44,900 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 44,780 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 43,675 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 43,675 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 42,103 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 41,089 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 35,544 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 35,365 miles

Both Fork Oil Dust Seals Cracked

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2019 35,365 miles

Both Fork Oil Dust Seals Cracked

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 May 2018 31,495 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,422 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,079 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 21,157 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2015 21,146 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 18,856 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 17,605 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 1,603 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 16,025 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 14,718 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 13,177 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 11,008 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 7,962 miles

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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YJ54 SMO is a 2004 Suzuki DL650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 22,426 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 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 YJ54 SMO, 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 22 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 YJ54 SMO registered?

YJ54 SMO is a 2004 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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