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HJ57 VZA

2007 Suzuki DL1000

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,020 mi
Last recorded62,020 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 Suzuki DL100018,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 VZA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 62,020 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 58,284 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 28 Feb 2019 51,446 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 50,822 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bike keeps dropping one cylinder

exhaust bolt loose

Fail 11 Mar 2015 50,807 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bike keeps dropping one cylinder

clutch fluid low

exhaust bolt loose

Pass 12 Mar 2014 47,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 40,069 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 40,069 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 32,562 miles

Front brake pads slightly worn

Front tyre slightly worn

Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,167 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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HJ57 VZA is a 2007 Suzuki DL1000 in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki DL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 18,890 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 HJ57 VZA, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki DL1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ57 VZA registered?

HJ57 VZA is a 2007 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 22 September 2007.

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