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P521 GCH

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,704 mi
Last recorded16,704 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP521 GCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 16,704 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 16,549 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,331 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 14,762 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 14,370 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 14,309 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 13,651 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 12,463 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 12,463 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,679 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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P521 GCH is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P521 GCH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P521 GCH registered?

P521 GCH is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P521 GCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P521 GCH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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