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W448 ULH

2000 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,146 mi
Last recorded27,146 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000S19,957 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW448 ULH
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 27,146 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 27,114 miles

Registration plate incorrect too small (0.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 26,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 26,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 May 2023 25,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 25,869 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 25,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 24,200 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 24,173 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 23,711 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 23,636 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 23,636 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 23,636 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 23,423 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 23,186 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 23,186 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 23,044 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 20,577 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 8,870 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 8,870 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 18,942 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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W448 ULH is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 19,957 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W448 ULH, 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 W448 ULH registered?

W448 ULH is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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