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P143 WPN

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,873 mi
Last recorded36,873 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP143 WPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 36,873 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 35,178 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 34,018 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2009 33,133 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 30,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 30,289 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

rubber seals hanging out of front brake pistons

Pass 13 Sep 2007 27,850 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 26,166 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 26,114 miles

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

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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P143 WPN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P143 WPN, 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 P143 WPN registered?

P143 WPN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P143 WPN safe to buy?

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