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P628 PKE

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,293 mi
Last recorded30,293 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP628 PKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 30,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 30,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 30,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 29,911 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 29,911 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2016 29,210 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 29,194 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 27,156 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,564 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 23,822 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 22,673 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 22,673 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 May 2008 21,372 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 21,372 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,229 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 21,204 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

FRONT WHEEL INCORRECTLY.DIRECTION OF ROTATION WRONG!

Pass 17 Jul 2006 20,954 miles

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

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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P628 PKE is a 1997 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 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 P628 PKE, 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 P628 PKE registered?

P628 PKE is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P628 PKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P628 PKE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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