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M13 TLS

1999 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

35,212 mi
Last recorded35,212 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki TL1000S23,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 TLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 35,212 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 35,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,133 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 35,133 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 May 2017 35,060 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 34,982 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 34,982 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 34,930 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 34,832 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 34,561 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 32,621 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 32,561 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 32,561 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,936 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 31,936 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 29,183 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 29,181 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2006 24,974 miles

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

Rear 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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M13 TLS is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 23,539 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 M13 TLS, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M13 TLS registered?

M13 TLS is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is M13 TLS safe to buy?

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