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BX03 BHN

2003 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

18,525 mi
Last recorded18,525 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki TL1000S20,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 BHN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 18,525 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2024 18,436 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 May 2024 18,432 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 18,032 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 17,983 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 17,977 miles

Offside Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Mandatory direction indicators must have minimum separation distances between the illuminating surfaces of: solo motorcycles - 240mm at the front and 180mm at the rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 17,721 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 16,999 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 16,782 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 16,469 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 16,469 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2016 15,966 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 15,552 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 14,882 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 12,331 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear brake pads close to minimum

Pass 2 Mar 2012 10,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2010 10,199 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 9,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2008 8,280 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 7,368 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 4,357 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 3,831 miles

No number plate illumination device fitted.

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 3,831 miles

No number plate illumination device fitted.

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?

Based on 18,279 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 233
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
reflector on motorcycle missing 164
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 131
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BX03 BHN is a 2003 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 20,736 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 233 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX03 BHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BX03 BHN registered?

BX03 BHN is a 2003 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is BX03 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX03 BHN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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