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W497 OTS

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,573 mi
Last recorded22,573 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 OTS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 22,573 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 22,339 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 22,024 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 21,561 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 21,561 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 20,822 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 May 2016 20,445 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 20,344 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 19,215 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,996 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 17,994 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2013 16,450 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 16,450 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 15,337 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,377 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 13,204 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 12,062 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2007 11,925 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear No plate & lights loose

Pass 6 Jul 2006 10,699 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2006 10,699 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

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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W497 OTS is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W497 OTS, 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

How do I check the history of W497 OTS?

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What year was W497 OTS registered?

W497 OTS is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W497 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W497 OTS shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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