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W478 XNM

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,687 mi
Last recorded15,687 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW478 XNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 15,687 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 May 2021 15,685 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 15,528 miles

Nearside headlamp aim low

Fail 29 Jun 2018 15,522 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside headlamp aim low

Pass 19 Jun 2017 15,517 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 15,517 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 15,476 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 15,081 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 14,575 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 14,550 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 13,975 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 13,305 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 12,265 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 11,195 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 May 2009 10,396 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 9,285 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 8,523 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 7,304 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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W478 XNM is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W478 XNM, 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.

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What year was W478 XNM registered?

W478 XNM is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W478 XNM safe to buy?

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