Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw reliable? We analysed 524 real MOT tests across 103 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, wheel bearings have excessive free play and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw.
Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 239 | 83.7% | 12,776 | 17,652 | 25,052 |
| 1998 | 270 | 88.5% | 14,496 | 23,154 | 32,580 |
Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.5% MOT pass rate from 270 tests
83.7% MOT pass rate from 239 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.5% across 270 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw THIS CAR | 86.5% | 524 | 20,214 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Glc 300 AMG Line Prem E 4MAT A | 91.8% | 828 | 32,878 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.5% across 524 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (10 recorded failures), wheel bearings have excessive free play (7), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw owner drives around 772 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Tl 1000 Rw models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.