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W268 RKS

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,520 mi
Last recorded34,520 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW268 RKS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 34,520 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 33,677 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 32,386 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 31,464 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 30,775 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 29,508 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2020 29,508 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 28,581 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 28,014 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 27,308 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,841 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 26,121 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 25,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2012 24,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2012 24,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 23,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 22,288 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,260 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 20,260 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 15,830 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 15,808 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 12,938 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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W268 RKS is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 18,873 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 W268 RKS, 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 26 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 W268 RKS registered?

W268 RKS is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 17 June 2000.

Is W268 RKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W268 RKS 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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