Suzuki Dl 650 Al2
MotorcycleFrom 479 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, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 11 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 | 11 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 9 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| a direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp | 4 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 3 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 88.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 2012 | 85.7% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dl 650 Al2s tested had between 18,554 and 35,472 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,419 median miles, the Dl 650 Al2 has 0.05 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 650 Al2 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Dl 650 Al2 has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 479 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Dl 650 Al2?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Dl 650 Al2 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Dl 650 Al2 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Dl 650 Al2 is 24,419 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,554 and 35,472 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.