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P260 UGP

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,929 mi
Last recorded64,929 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 UGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 64,929 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 62,268 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 62,262 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 58,926 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 52,802 miles

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

front brake lever travel at limit

Pass 16 Oct 2009 47,946 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 42,322 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 35,528 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 28,876 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2005 22,935 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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P260 UGP is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P260 UGP, 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 P260 UGP registered?

P260 UGP is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P260 UGP safe to buy?

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