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P659 NVW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,476 mi
Last recorded15,476 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 NVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 15,476 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 15,476 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened fork appears distorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect rotary damper reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 15,032 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 13,958 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close to legal limit of 1 mm (1.03 mm measured) (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Masking fitted to headlight

Pass 24 Jun 2016 13,667 miles

Centre Front Front headlight Masking kit fitted at time of test

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

Pass 22 May 2015 12,173 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 11,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 10,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 10,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2010 9,351 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 8,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 8,178 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 7,679 miles

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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P659 NVW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P659 NVW, 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 P659 NVW registered?

P659 NVW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P659 NVW safe to buy?

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