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OY02 SMO

2002 Suzuki TL1000R

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,411 mi
Last recorded26,411 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki TL1000R16,411 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 SMO
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 26,411 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 26,066 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 25,959 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 25,669 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 25,078 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 24,903 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 24,667 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 24,178 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 22,755 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 21,798 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 20,341 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 19,283 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 16,584 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 14,523 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,189 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 11,187 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 9,936 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

number plate bracket not very strong.

Pass 4 Apr 2009 9,826 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 9,826 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 9,790 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 9,790 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 8,662 miles

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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OY02 SMO is a 2002 Suzuki TL1000R in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OY02 SMO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY02 SMO registered?

OY02 SMO is a 2002 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is OY02 SMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY02 SMO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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