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P463 YFR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,455 mi
Last recorded38,455 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP463 YFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 38,455 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 38,450 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 36,830 miles

roughness in front wheel.

slight movement in rear mono shock link.

Fail 28 Sep 2021 36,828 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension component has excessive wear or free play movement in rear swinging arm. (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 35,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front brakes sticking slightly

rear tyre aged - signs of overheating

Fail 5 Sep 2020 35,671 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front brakes sticking slightly

rear tyre aged - signs of overheating

Fail 15 Aug 2020 35,667 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

front indicators badly positioned

riders seat loose

Pass 6 Dec 2018 29,715 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 29,385 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 29,013 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 28,640 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 26,904 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 26,836 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2011 25,867 miles
Pass 30 May 2010 25,300 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,690 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 23,490 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 20,708 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 19,883 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P463 YFR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P463 YFR, 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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P463 YFR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 12 March 1997.

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