Suzuki Dl
MotorcycleFrom 1,974 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 22 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 22 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 20 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 12 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 10 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 7 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 5 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 4 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 92% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2015 | 89.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2014 | 91.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dls tested had between 14,886 and 27,866 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,272 median miles, the Dl has 0.047 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Dl MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Dl has a 90.5% MOT pass rate based on 1,974 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Dl?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Dl is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 22 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Dl at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Dl is 20,272 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,886 and 27,866 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.