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P531 PVW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,484 mi
Last recorded42,484 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 PVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 42,484 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2026 42,484 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 42,438 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively wear in bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 42,438 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect both dipped and main beams (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively wear in bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 42,424 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2020 42,339 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 42,303 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 42,289 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 42,273 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2017 42,254 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 42,205 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 42,149 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 41,665 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 41,144 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 39,502 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P531 PVW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P531 PVW, 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 P531 PVW registered?

P531 PVW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P531 PVW safe to buy?

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