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V20 TLR

2002 Suzuki TL1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,150 mi
Last recorded46,150 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki TL1000R16,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV20 TLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 46,150 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 39,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 36,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 36,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 36,433 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 35,159 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 34,901 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 34,442 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 34,340 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 33,954 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged frame/crash protector mount (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 33,617 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 32,119 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 31,154 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,053 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 27,357 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 26,541 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 24,741 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 May 2008 23,453 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 23,453 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 May 2007 20,344 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 May 2006 16,389 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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V20 TLR is a 2002 Suzuki TL1000R in Multi-colour with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 V20 TLR, 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 V20 TLR registered?

V20 TLR is a 2002 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is V20 TLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V20 TLR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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