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FJ04 EWV

2004 Suzuki DL650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,770 mi
Last recorded56,770 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DL65022,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 EWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 56,770 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to legal limits (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2019 56,770 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick rear pads need to be changed (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm front tyre needs to be changed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to legal limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 52,603 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 52,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear switch (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 48,550 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 42,250 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 41,945 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 37,363 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 37,363 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 30,071 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 26,528 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 22,439 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 17,215 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 9,934 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,614 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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FJ04 EWV is a 2004 Suzuki DL650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FJ04 EWV, 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.

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FJ04 EWV is a 2004 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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