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GK02 RGU

2002 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

16,202 mi
Last recorded16,202 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki TL1000R16,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 RGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 16,202 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 15,856 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 15,656 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 15,485 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 15,483 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 May 2014 14,864 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 13,086 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,086 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 12,082 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011
Fail 16 Apr 2011

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 9,373 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 8,036 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 8,036 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 6,741 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 6,707 miles

Centre Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 5,090 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?

Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 340
reflector on motorcycle missing 249
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 196
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 127
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GK02 RGU is a 2002 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,411 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK02 RGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki TL1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK02 RGU registered?

GK02 RGU is a 2002 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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