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P628 TBT

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,907 mi
Last recorded35,907 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP628 TBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 35,907 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 35,112 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 35,098 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 34,821 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 51,724 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 48,781 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 48,781 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 46,780 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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P628 TBT is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TBT, 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 TBT registered?

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

Is P628 TBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P628 TBT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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