Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 258 vehicles, the 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs (2017)

258 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.5% first-time pass rate

2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs

CarHunch analysed 258 real MOT records for the 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2017 Suzuki DL1000 is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a 94.4% first-time MOT pass rate compared to the national 80%—a strong endorsement for prospective buyers. Only 10.5% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and well below concerning thresholds.

The median mileage of 10,643 miles is exceptionally low for a seven-year-old bike, suggesting these machines either see gentle use or spend time in storage, though the 0.32 average failures per vehicle indicates mechanically sound examples when they do get tested. With 2.1 advisories per vehicle on average, minor wear items need attention, but as a buyer you should expect to find a well-preserved bike if you choose one that's been regularly serviced.

We have limited data for the 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

95.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.32

Over 5.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 7k–16k

For context

These stats describe 258 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 258 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	251	95.4%	0.33

Colour Breakdown

Based on 755 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Yellow 47.3%

357

White 26.2%

198

Black 21.2%

160

Grey 5.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

10,643

typical

7,282

low mileage

16,479

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs vehicles fall between 7,282 and 16,479 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,282 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,282–16,479 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 22,246 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs — Still on the Road

Most 2017 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abss are still being driven.

Strong survival — 176 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.32

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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