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P181 MKJ

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,509 mi
Last recorded43,509 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 MKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 43,509 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator switch insecure swicthgear slightly loose on handlebar (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 43,428 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 42,034 miles

Front front and rear tyres have plug type repairs.

Rear Chain guard missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 40,576 miles

Rear Chain guard missing

Pass 5 Feb 2022 39,835 miles

Rear Chain guard missing

Rear Tyre has plug repair @tread center.

Pass 20 Feb 2021 39,512 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 22 Feb 2020 38,683 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

near side rear indicator body slightly damaged.

Pass 27 Apr 2019 38,259 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 38,259 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 37,344 miles

1 mount bolt missing from both silencers silencers still secure

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2018 37,344 miles

Footrest insecure l/h front (6.2.1a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning (6.2.1f)

1 mount bolt missing from both silencers silencers still secure

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 36,197 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 36,197 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 35,294 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 33,995 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 31,163 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 30,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h handlebar grip loose

Pass 20 Jun 2006 25,853 miles

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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P181 MKJ is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P181 MKJ, 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 P181 MKJ registered?

P181 MKJ is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 March 1997.

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