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Y642 XEW

2001 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,201 mi
Last recorded23,201 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TL1000S17,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY642 XEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 23,201 miles

Front Braided brake hoses chafing on electrical block connector - not damaged at time of test

Front Front mudguard extender loose, likely to become detached - removed at time of test

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 23,201 miles

Front Braided brake hoses chafing on electrical block connector - not damaged at time of test

Front Front mudguard extender loose, likely to become detached - removed at time of test

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 22,739 miles

Rear Rear brake fluid reservoir cap wet around seal but not leaking at time of test

Fail 8 Jul 2025 22,739 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Rear brake fluid reservoir cap wet around seal but not leaking at time of test

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 21,583 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 21,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 19,778 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2021 18,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 16,352 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 15,516 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 15,345 miles

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

rear suspension stiff

Pass 4 Jul 2013 15,004 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 14,110 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2012 14,110 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 13,467 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 13,467 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2009 13,465 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,620 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 12,620 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2007 11,738 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 10,772 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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Y642 XEW is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y642 XEW, 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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What year was Y642 XEW registered?

Y642 XEW is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 16 May 2001.

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