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P714 DSS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,977 mi
Last recorded35,977 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP714 DSS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 35,977 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 35,966 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 36,760 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007
Fail 31 Jul 2007 35,617 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Jul 2006 33,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

nail in tyre

Pass 24 Jul 2006 33,552 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

nail in tyre

Pass 21 May 2005 32,887 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 May 2005 32,887 miles

Centre Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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P714 DSS 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 66.7%.

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 P714 DSS, 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 P714 DSS registered?

P714 DSS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P714 DSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P714 DSS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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