Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9?

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 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9?

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 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9?

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.

How many 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 272 vehicles, the 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.3%, 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 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9?

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 Dr 125 Sm K9 (2009)

272 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.3% first-time pass rate

2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9

CarHunch analysed 272 real MOT records for the 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Suzuki DR 125 SM K9 is a struggling performer: its 57.5% first-time pass rate sits well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly a quarter of these bikes (24.3%) have recorded dangerous defects during MOT testing—a serious red flag for safety-critical issues. This is a bike that needs careful pre-purchase inspection and ongoing maintenance commitment.

With an average mileage of just 12,444 miles for a 15-year-old machine, these are relatively low-mileage examples, yet they're still averaging 1.5 failures and 6 advisories per test, suggesting mechanical wear or neglect rather than high use. If you're considering one, budget for immediate remedial work to address safety defects and get a full pre-purchase inspection from a motorcycle specialist who can identify whether you're looking at poor maintenance history or inherent design weakness.

We have limited data for the 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

77.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

24.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.5

Over 6.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 8k–16k

For context

These stats describe 272 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 272 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 24.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	266	77%	1.52

Colour Breakdown

Based on 527 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 55.2%

291

Blue 44.8%

236

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 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.

11,954

typical

7,867

low mileage

16,030

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 vehicles fall between 7,867 and 16,030 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,867 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.

✓ 7,867–16,030 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9s sit.

⚠ Over 21,640 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 29% of 2009 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm K9s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 36 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (29% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

6.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.5

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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