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Y165 VMW

2001 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,026 mi
Last recorded19,026 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TL1000S17,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY165 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,026 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 18,702 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 18,702 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,054 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

slight interaction of n/s indicator with lamps

Pass 17 Jun 2014 17,641 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 16,697 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 16,697 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 16,328 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 16,317 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 12,589 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 11,222 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 11,114 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 10,583 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 10,236 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?

Based on 18,279 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 233
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
reflector on motorcycle missing 164
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 131
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Y165 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,695 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 TL1000S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 233 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y165 VMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y165 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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