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P73 WTX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,787 mi
Last recorded26,787 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP73 WTX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 26,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 26,334 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 26,078 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 26,073 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2021 25,755 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 25,658 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 25,116 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 24,769 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 23,996 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 23,504 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 22,823 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 22,223 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 20,761 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 20,398 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 20,208 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 19,820 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 19,479 miles

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2006 18,928 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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P73 WTX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P73 WTX, 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 P73 WTX registered?

P73 WTX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P73 WTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P73 WTX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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