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BU05 OEB

2005 Suzuki DL650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,544 mi
Last recorded47,544 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 OEB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 47,544 miles

Front blue lights on front

Pass 21 Oct 2019 45,772 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 45,758 miles

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2018 43,307 miles

Front blue lights to front

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 39,438 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 39,433 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 36,283 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,622 miles

pass light slightly dim compared with main beam.

Pass 23 Jun 2014 33,077 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 31,688 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 19,022 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 18,510 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 16,471 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 14,460 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 11,243 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 11,208 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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BU05 OEB is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 21,210 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 BU05 OEB, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU05 OEB registered?

BU05 OEB is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 4 June 2005.

Is BU05 OEB safe to buy?

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