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W954 CHJ

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,990 mi
Last recorded55,990 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW954 CHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 55,990 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 55,835 miles

Registration lamp bulb very dull!

Fail 12 Nov 2022 55,827 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected stabilizer arm to caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2021 55,457 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 55,456 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 55,180 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2020 55,178 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 55,118 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 54,757 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 54,757 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 53,591 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 50,382 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2016 50,382 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad is on metal! (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly Idles at 3,500 rpm (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 40,688 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 39,105 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 38,379 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 35,116 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 32,210 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 31,952 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 30,770 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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W954 CHJ is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Black 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 W954 CHJ, 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 W954 CHJ registered?

W954 CHJ is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W954 CHJ safe to buy?

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