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P549 DSA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,248 mi
Last recorded40,248 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP549 DSA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 40,248 miles

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

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

brake lever bent

Pass 28 Apr 2011 4,679 miles

Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutich lever slightly damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2010 34,876 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 34,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 32,779 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,081 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 32,081 miles

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

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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P549 DSA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P549 DSA, 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 P549 DSA registered?

P549 DSA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P549 DSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P549 DSA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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