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W578 VTX

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,203 mi
Last recorded21,203 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW578 VTX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 21,203 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 21,182 miles

non standard exhaust

Pass 19 Jun 2018 20,848 miles

both tyre valves slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Feb 2016 19,981 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 19,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 19,140 miles

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

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 30 Apr 2014 19,140 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2011 17,390 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,880 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 14,081 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 12,704 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,212 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 10,900 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 10,900 miles

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 10,310 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 10,310 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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W578 VTX is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 W578 VTX, 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 W578 VTX registered?

W578 VTX is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is W578 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W578 VTX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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