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MR05 DAD

2007 Suzuki DL1000

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

37,474 mi
Last recorded37,474 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki DL100018,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR05 DAD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL1000
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 37,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 37,439 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 37,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 37,103 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 36,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 36,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 35,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 35,981 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 35,786 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 35,449 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 33,711 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose cush drive rubbers worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket hub bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 32,694 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 30,277 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated clamps missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Dec 2016 30,277 miles

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated clamps missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 26,784 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 26,307 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 26,281 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 23,800 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 22,026 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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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MR05 DAD is a 2007 Suzuki DL1000 in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MR05 DAD, 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 MR05 DAD registered?

MR05 DAD is a 2007 Suzuki DL1000, first registered on 31 March 2007.

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