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AK02 CKG

2002 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,818 mi
Last recorded40,818 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DL100026,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 CKG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 40,818 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 37,762 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Mar 2025 37,739 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 33,569 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 29,998 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 28,083 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 26,576 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 26,418 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 25,484 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking in tread. (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2016 22,705 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 19,203 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 18,308 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 17,064 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 15,744 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 15,744 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2008 14,338 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 14,338 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2007 12,577 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 10,872 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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AK02 CKG is a 2002 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,623 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 AK02 CKG, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK02 CKG is a 2002 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 20 April 2002.

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