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Suzuki TL

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,000 cc

T165 FCWMOT history

T165 FCW is a yellow petrol Suzuki TL first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 57,525 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2026
Mileage
57,525 km
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,412 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T165 FCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
TL
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T165 FCW was last recorded at 57,525 km on 7 May 2025, 1,725 km more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,800 km · 21 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,725 km
Average per year
1,412 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,525 km
  • 2022 – 55,800 km
  • 2021 – 54,787 km
  • 2013 – 41,212 km
  • 2012 – 40,142 km
  • 2007 – 32,508 km
  • 2006 – 30,616 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,525 km
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,525 km (+1,725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    57,525 km
    Test number
    358120612383
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass55,800 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    55,800 km
    Test number
    418496308443
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail55,800 km1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,800 km
    Test number
    684961419718
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass54,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    54,790 miles
    Test number
    483757241573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail54,787 km2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,787 km
    Test number
    943054163384
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding DANGEROUS (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Kick off is wrong way (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass51,969 miles (+1,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    51,969 miles
    Test number
    729924873920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass50,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    50,189 miles
    Test number
    481540764568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    639217113276
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureRear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testHorn missing (1.7.1)

  9. Pass46,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,232 miles
    Test number
    808196038982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,232 miles (+2,523)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,232 miles
    Test number
    485739878757
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside headlamp mask fitted at time of test (1.6)

  11. Pass43,709 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,709 miles
    Test number
    748202065121
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

  12. Pass41,212 km (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,212 km
    Test number
    746456363192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,142 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,142 km
    Test number
    347390362119
    • NoteNumber plate cracked,will need new one fitting

  14. Pass33,888 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,888 miles
    Test number
    393697489118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteNumberplate slightly deteriorated

  15. Fail33,888 miles (+109)5 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,888 miles
    Test number
    764951289104
    • DangerousHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • DangerousNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
    • DangerousRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
    • DangerousRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteNumberplate slightly deteriorated

  16. Pass33,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,779 miles
    Test number
    250980238492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

  17. Fail33,779 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,779 miles
    Test number
    801987328187
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

  18. Pass32,508 km (+1,892)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,508 km
    Test number
    664668517117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,616 km1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,616 km
    Test number
    253688206187
    • Repaired at testFront Horn not working (1.7.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  20. Pass30,616 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,616 km
    Test number
    254698306492
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about T165 FCW

Does T165 FCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T165 FCW expired on 6 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T165 FCW?
The MOT on T165 FCW expired on 6 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T165 FCW done?
T165 FCW was recorded at 57,525 km at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 1,412 km a year.
Has T165 FCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T165 FCW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T165 FCW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T165 FCW find?
T165 FCW passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, and 1 more.

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