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P491 BPM

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,999 mi
Last recorded19,999 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 BPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,999 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 19,999 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 19,866 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 19,802 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 19,258 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 19,099 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 18,887 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,875 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 18,859 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 18,823 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 18,763 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 18,383 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2009 18,364 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 17,891 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 16,976 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 15,837 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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P491 BPM is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P491 BPM, 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 P491 BPM registered?

P491 BPM is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P491 BPM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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