Suzuki Dl1000
MotorcycleFrom 792 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 a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 13 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 | 13 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 5 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 16.7% of Dl1000 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £50.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 81.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2007 | 91.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning |
| 2003 | 88.2% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2002 | 85% | a stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp, a footrest missing or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dl1000s tested had between 19,268 and 39,612 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,773 median miles, the Dl1000 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 Dl1000 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Dl1000 has a 86% MOT pass rate based on 792 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Dl1000?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Dl1000 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 13 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 Dl1000 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Dl1000 is 27,773 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,268 and 39,612 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.