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GV05 VLO

2005 Suzuki DL1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,401 mi
Last recorded42,401 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL100020,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 VLO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2023 42,401 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2022 40,997 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 40,737 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 40,737 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2020 40,343 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 38,161 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 38,161 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 36,669 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. fouls handguard (6.2.1g)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing has slight play (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Oil leak oil leak around front sprocket area, possibly push rod seal or slave cylinder ()

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2018 36,669 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. fouls handguard (6.2.1g)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing has slight play (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Oil leak oil leak around front sprocket area, possibly push rod seal or slave cylinder ()

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2017 32,210 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 25,995 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 24,900 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 23,449 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 21,086 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 12,626 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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GV05 VLO is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,546 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 GV05 VLO, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GV05 VLO is a 2005 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 31 August 2005.

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