Suzuki Tl1000R
MotorcycleFrom 622 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 10 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 10 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 4 |
| audible warning not working | 4 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 3 |
| an unsuitable tyre fitted | 3 |
| brake fluid below minimum mark | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 92% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, an unsuitable tyre fitted |
| 1998 | 86.8% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tl1000Rs tested had between 15,623 and 33,493 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,908 median miles, the Tl1000R has 0.039 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Tl1000R MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Tl1000R has a 90.4% MOT pass rate based on 622 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Tl1000R?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Tl1000R is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Tl1000R at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Tl1000R is 24,908 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,623 and 33,493 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.