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P579 DBV

2000 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,536 mi
Last recorded30,536 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki TL1000S19,957 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 DBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 30,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 May 2025 30,536 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 30,536 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 30,536 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 30,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2015 29,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 28,820 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2013 27,940 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,434 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 26,414 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 22,834 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 20,391 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,391 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 16,494 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 16,494 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 15,850 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

exhaust spring missing, underside

Pass 18 Feb 2006 15,575 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

steering, more left lock than right

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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P579 DBV is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 19,957 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 P579 DBV, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P579 DBV registered?

P579 DBV is a 2000 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 27 January 2000.

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