Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 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 2019 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 2019 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 2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 119 vehicles, the 2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.9%, 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 2019 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 (2019)

119 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.9% first-time pass rate

2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs

CarHunch analysed 119 real MOT records for the 2019 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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The 2019 Suzuki DL 1000 AL8 ABS is significantly more reliable than average, with a 91.9% first-time pass rate against the UK average of 80%—this bike clearly holds up well through its first MOT cycles. Only 4.2% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety concerns are minimal for this cohort.

With a median mileage of just 10,021 miles, these bikes are lightly used relative to their age, which partly explains the strong pass rate; the average 0.19 failures and 1.3 advisories per vehicle suggest owners won't face serious repair bills. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection to check brake and suspension condition, as these typically rack up advisory notices on older sports tourers.

We have limited data for the 2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.19

Over 3.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 6k–14k

For context

These stats describe 119 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 119 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.2% 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 (99%)	118	95.9%	0.19

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 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.

10,021

typical

6,033

low mileage

14,054

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs vehicles fall between 6,033 and 14,054 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,033 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.

✓ 6,033–14,054 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 18,972 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abs — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Suzuki Dl 1000 Al8 Abss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 99 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.19

Avg failures per vehicle

1.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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