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P693 OLN

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,462 mi
Last recorded36,462 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP693 OLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 36,462 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 35,523 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 35,523 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 34,593 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 33,792 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

No chainguard

Pass 12 Jun 2014 33,067 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 30,613 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 7 Aug 2012 30,609 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Chain guard missing

Pass 28 Jul 2007 27,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P693 OLN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P693 OLN, 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 P693 OLN registered?

P693 OLN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P693 OLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P693 OLN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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