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W279 RWS

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,988 mi
Last recorded35,988 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW279 RWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 35,988 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 35,480 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 34,858 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 34,529 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 33,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 33,650 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 33,258 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 33,083 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 33,051 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 31,637 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 29,665 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 27,382 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 25,317 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 23,882 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2012 23,880 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 20,202 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 14,900 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 13,008 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,904 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 11,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 9,823 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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W279 RWS is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 W279 RWS, 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 W279 RWS registered?

W279 RWS is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W279 RWS safe to buy?

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