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J100 OTL

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,065 mi
Last recorded31,065 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ100 OTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,065 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 31,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,574 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,084 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 22,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 22,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,169 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 21,818 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 21,349 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 21,328 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 20,398 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 20,398 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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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J100 OTL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 25,681 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 J100 OTL, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J100 OTL registered?

J100 OTL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 17 May 1997.

Is J100 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J100 OTL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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