Suzuki Dl650
MotorcycleFrom 887 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, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and a wheel bearing with excessive play. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 20 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 | 20 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 10 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 8 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 6 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 5 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 27% of Dl650 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 £66.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 90.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
| 2007 | 84.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2005 | 78% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dl650s tested had between 17,049 and 39,524 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 30,625 median miles, the Dl650 has 0.051 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 Dl650 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Dl650 has a 84.3% MOT pass rate based on 887 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Dl650?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Dl650 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 20 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Dl650 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Dl650 is 30,625 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,049 and 39,524 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.