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P157 NFL

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,681 mi
Last recorded37,681 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 NFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 37,681 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 36,539 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 39,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 36,611 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 32,136 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 30,466 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 27,676 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,800 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 26,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 22,941 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 34,548 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 34,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 30,027 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 30,027 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 26,933 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P157 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P157 NFL, 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 P157 NFL registered?

P157 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P157 NFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 NFL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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