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P817 DPD

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

21,068 mi
Last recorded21,068 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP817 DPD
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 21,068 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 20,964 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 20,964 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 20,964 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 20,964 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 20,915 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 20,857 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 20,526 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 20,221 miles

European travel headlight adapter fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2017 20,221 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

European travel headlight adapter fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2016 18,891 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 18,891 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 16,975 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 15,504 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 14,611 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,206 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 10,824 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 10,823 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2008 8,988 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 6,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 5,112 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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P817 DPD is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P817 DPD, 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 P817 DPD registered?

P817 DPD is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P817 DPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P817 DPD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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