Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7 (2017)
2017 Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7
CarHunch analysed 173 real MOT records for the 2017 Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Suzuki DL 650 X-AL7 is more reliable than average, with an 89.5% first-time pass rate that significantly beats the UK average of 80%, though 13.9% of these bikes have experienced a dangerous defect at some point—worth investigating on any used example. These adventure bikes are running relatively light at a median of just under 12,000 miles, suggesting owners aren't pushing them hard despite their capable design.
The 0.36 average failures per vehicle indicates most pass their MOTs cleanly, but the 1.9 advisories per bike suggest minor wear items like chain, sprockets, and consumables need regular attention as part of routine maintenance. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake condition, suspension seals, and fuel system integrity—these appear the likely culprits behind the advisory flags.
What to check before buying a 2017 Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7
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 (94%) | 162 | 89.1% | 0.38 |
| Other (6%) | 11 | 96.7% | 0.18 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7 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 2017 Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7 vehicles fall between 8,006 and 17,924 miles.
2017 Suzuki Dl 650 X Al7 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 120 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 85% 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.
MOT History Averages
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