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W209 BCW

2000 Suzuki TL1000R

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,886 mi
Last recorded37,886 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000R18,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW209 BCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 37,886 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 37,871 miles

Chain connecting link not fitted correctly - but not insecure

Clutch fluid level low

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 37,545 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 36,913 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 36,589 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2019 36,589 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 34,857 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 34,837 miles

Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2017 32,634 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 31,526 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 29,870 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 28,408 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 28,261 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 28,261 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 22,553 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 22,553 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 21,147 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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W209 BCW is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W209 BCW, 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 W209 BCW registered?

W209 BCW is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 6 March 2000.

Is W209 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W209 BCW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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