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Y166 SFA

2001 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,891 mi
Last recorded25,891 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TL1000R20,905 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY166 SFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 25,891 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 25,891 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 25,544 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 25,134 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 24,993 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 24,631 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 23,993 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 23,546 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 23,523 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 23,192 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 22,273 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 18,150 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 17,896 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 16,678 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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Y166 SFA is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 20,905 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 Y166 SFA, 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 25 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 Y166 SFA registered?

Y166 SFA is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 9 April 2001.

Is Y166 SFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y166 SFA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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