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W5 TLR

2003 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,407 mi
Last recorded11,407 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki TL1000R12,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 TLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 11,407 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 11,334 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 11,325 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 11,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 11,257 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 10,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 10,679 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 9,848 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 8,531 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 8,089 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 6,831 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,770 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 6,763 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 6,763 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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W5 TLR is a 2003 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 12,064 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 W5 TLR, 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 23 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 W5 TLR registered?

W5 TLR is a 2003 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is W5 TLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 TLR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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