2008 Suzuki DL650 0.6L Petrol · WN58 GZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test on June 5 2026 at 31,364 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. That failure highlighted critical issues including thin rear brake pads, a worn suspension arm pin or bush, and a rear tyre at the legal limit, suggesting the owner only addressed faults when forced by the MOT tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,742 miles per year. There is a significant gap in recorded use between June 2022 and April 2025, where the bike covered only 72 miles over three years. The rapid accumulation of 952 miles between April 2025 and June 2026 suggests a recent increase in usage after storage. Such low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion of fluids, despite the low mechanical wear indicated. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the swingarm and suspension bushes flagged in the June 2026 failure. Although the tester noted the wear did not result in excessive movement at the time, these components are prone to cracking or seizing with age. The rear brake system should be checked for seized calipers, as the previous failure indicates the pads were worn down to the metal limit, which can often result in uneven wear over long periods of inactivity. Given the age and low mileage, verifying the condition of the tyres and perished fuel lines is essential to ensure the bike has not suffered from neglect while standing.