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W243 COR

2000 Suzuki TL1000S

Purple Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,662 mi
Last recorded37,662 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000S19,957 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW243 COR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 37,662 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 36,103 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2024 36,081 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2023 34,865 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 33,179 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 31,997 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 31,996 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 30,840 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 29,306 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 27,950 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 25,621 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 25,483 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 25,458 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2012 23,907 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 21,983 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,763 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,335 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 14,032 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 12,422 miles

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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W243 COR is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000S in Purple with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 19,957 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 W243 COR, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W243 COR registered?

W243 COR is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 14 July 2000.

Is W243 COR safe to buy?

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