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P117 FAW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,206 mi
Last recorded3,206 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 FAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 3,206 miles

Long travel at rear brake pedal

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 3,153 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Long travel at rear brake pedal

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 10,254 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 10,193 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 32,039 miles

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

Slight bind on front brake.

Fail 27 Feb 2014 32,009 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 31,017 miles

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 23,781 miles

Slight bind on front brake

Slight interaction on rear lights

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,757 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside headlamp inoperative on high and low beam.

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 8 May 2009 23,221 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 May 2008 23,063 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Slight interaction on rear lights.

Fail 23 Mar 2007 21,688 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 21,688 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,329 miles

Slight interaction(pulsing) on tail light and brake light when using indicators.

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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P117 FAW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P117 FAW, 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 P117 FAW registered?

P117 FAW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P117 FAW safe to buy?

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