Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT (2006)
2006 Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT
CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2006 Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2006 Suzuki DL1000 K6 GT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.8%, sitting below the UK average of 80%, which suggests slightly higher maintenance demands than typical for its age. The dangerous defect rate of 18.9% is borderline concerning—nearly one in five vehicles have shown a serious safety issue—so a thorough pre-purchase inspection is essential.
These bikes are running light at an average of 24,663 miles, which is quite reasonable for an 18-year-old model and bodes well for longevity. The average of 1.16 failures and 4.9 advisories per vehicle points to wear items and minor niggles rather than structural problems, so budget for regular maintenance but don't expect catastrophic repair bills if you buy one in decent condition.
What to check before buying a 2006 Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (92%) | 97 | 74% | 1.24 |
| Other (8%) | 9 | 94.8% | 0.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT vehicles fall between 14,699 and 30,509 miles.
2006 Suzuki Dl 1000 K6 GT — Still on the Road
36 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 60% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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