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Y281 HKE

2001 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,616 mi
Last recorded21,616 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TL1000R20,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 HKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 21,616 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 21,454 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 21,190 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 20,671 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 20,193 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 20,193 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 19,491 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 19,289 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 18,840 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 18,486 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 17,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 17,029 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 16,534 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,874 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 May 2008 14,455 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 13,300 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 13,007 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2005 11,220 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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Y281 HKE is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y281 HKE, 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.

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What year was Y281 HKE registered?

Y281 HKE is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is Y281 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y281 HKE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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