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P516 DFR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,864 mi
Last recorded7,864 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP516 DFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 7,864 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 7,846 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,340 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

number plate light not working

rear suspension creaking but operational

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,623 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 3,215 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 1,021 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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P516 DFR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P516 DFR, 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 P516 DFR registered?

P516 DFR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P516 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P516 DFR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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