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Y478 HKE

2001 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

45,942 mi
Last recorded45,942 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TL1000R20,905 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY478 HKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 45,942 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 44,630 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 43,830 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 42,596 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 41,159 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 40,106 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 38,470 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,074 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 36,058 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 35,202 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 32,425 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 32,425 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,027 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,449 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 24,400 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre worn and wearing slightly out of shape

Pass 18 Jun 2011 23,666 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 21,167 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 15,504 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 13,523 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 13,523 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 12,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

both rear indicators may not be seen when close up

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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Y478 HKE is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y478 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y478 HKE registered?

Y478 HKE is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y478 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y478 HKE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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