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P338 SCA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,282 mi
Last recorded24,282 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 SCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 24,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

tyres underinflated

Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,264 miles

rear tyre has signs of contact with a component

Pass 10 Aug 2012 24,065 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 22,660 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 21,552 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 21,552 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2010 21,550 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 21,550 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 20,924 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 20,257 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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P338 SCA 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 80%.

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 P338 SCA, 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 P338 SCA registered?

P338 SCA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P338 SCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P338 SCA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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