2008 Suzuki DL1000 1.0L Petrol · YB08 AEA

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a consistent history of passing MOT inspections. The most recent recorded test on 12 August 2022 at 31,516 miles indicates the motorcycle remains roadworthy, though the tester identified a developing issue with the front suspension. Both the nearside and offside front shock absorbers showed a light misting of oil. While this did not result in a failure, it marks the first recorded mechanical advisory in a decade of testing, suggesting the seals are beginning to perish. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,751 miles per year. The records show a very gradual increase from 5,822 miles in December 2011 to 31,516 miles in August 2022. A significant gap exists between the January 2017 test at 14,717 miles and the August 2018 test at 24,335 miles, where the vehicle covered nearly 10,000 miles in roughly 19 months. Aside from this period, the usage pattern suggests the motorcycle has spent long intervals stationary, which can sometimes lead to component degradation despite low mechanical wear. A prospective buyer should focus a physical inspection on the front fork assembly to determine if the oil misting has progressed to an active leak. Excessive oil weeping can compromise damping performance and attract road grime, potentially damaging the fork stanchions. Given the low annual mileage and the likelihood of long periods of inactivity, you should also inspect rubber components such as tyre sidewalls, fork seals, and brake lines for signs of age-related cracking or perishing. Check the fuel system and battery health, as these are common failure points for vehicles with such low utilization.