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FV61 PHF

2011 Suzuki DL650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,700 mi
Last recorded71,700 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki DL65017,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 PHF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 71,700 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Subframe) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 71,700 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (Fouling on centre stand - Adjusted) (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Subframe) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 71,692 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Drive chain linking link incorrectly fitted

Pass 31 May 2024 64,055 miles

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 22 May 2024 64,027 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2023 52,025 miles

Exhaust clamp missing

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 May 2023 52,045 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust clamp missing

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 48,418 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 37,057 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 29,796 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 29,448 miles

front brake lever is slightly spongy

rear tyre is slightly mishaped

Pass 3 Oct 2017 27,956 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 25,438 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2016 22,876 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 18,519 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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FV61 PHF is a 2011 Suzuki DL650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 17,595 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 FV61 PHF, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV61 PHF registered?

FV61 PHF is a 2011 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 6 December 2011.

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