2005 Suzuki DL1000 1.0L Petrol · AE05 AVN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership style. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 61,883 miles passed despite a failure for a non-functional rear stop lamp, the history shows a pattern of addressing faults only when they reach legal limits. The recurring issues regarding brake pads and tyres across multiple years suggest that components are replaced only when they threaten an MOT pass status. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 2,947 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between October 2021 at 53,001 miles and February 2023 at 55,015 miles, during which the vehicle covered only 2,014 miles in sixteen months. This low usage frequency suggests long periods of standing, which often leads to degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and corrosion on exposed metal surfaces despite the low mechanical wear figures. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking system, as pads were flagged as being near the minimum limit in both 2021 and 2023. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check for seized calipers or brake fluid contamination resulting from lack of use. The tyres have a history of reaching the legal limit in 2025; therefore, the current age of the rubber should be verified for cracking or flat spotting, regardless of remaining tread depth. Additionally, inspecting the frame and swingarm for structural corrosion is vital to ensure the low-mileage status has been maintained during its periods of inactivity.