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P499 FRR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,367 mi
Last recorded55,367 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP499 FRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 55,367 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 55,319 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 54,971 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 54,554 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 54,320 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 53,997 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 53,180 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 52,115 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 51,108 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 51,108 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 50,166 miles

Nearside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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P499 FRR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P499 FRR, 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 P499 FRR registered?

P499 FRR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P499 FRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P499 FRR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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