MOT Status
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36,018 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake component slightly loose hose clip missing (1.1.21 (c))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15kg (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Valve stem slightly damaged starting to crack (5.2.3 (j))
Rear spongy brake pedel
Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20kgf (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25kgf (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front BRAKE LINE TIGHT WHEN VEHICLE IS RAISED OFF THE GROUND
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20kgf (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25kgf (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 30kgf (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
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)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
The tail light unit has the indicators built in,A tail light goes out when a indicator is switched on.
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?
Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W197 UGX is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.
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 W197 UGX, 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.
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What year was W197 UGX registered?
W197 UGX is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 6 June 2000.
Is W197 UGX safe to buy?
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