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W838 VLW

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,789 mi
Last recorded38,789 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW838 VLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 38,789 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 36,427 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 34,666 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 29,200 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 28,331 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 24,152 miles

nearside front and offside rear brake hose lightly rubbing on body

oil leak

outer casing on brake hose damaged

play noted in rear swinging arm not considered excessive

Fail 25 May 2011 24,144 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front mudguard held on with cable ties

nearside front and offside rear brake hose lightly rubbing on body

oil leak

outer casing on brake hose damaged

play noted in rear swinging arm not considered excessive

Pass 20 Mar 2010 16,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,550 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 9,306 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2006 8,199 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 8,199 miles

Nearside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

fuel filler cap seal starting to perish(not leaking) .

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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W838 VLW is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 W838 VLW, 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 W838 VLW registered?

W838 VLW is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W838 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W838 VLW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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