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P848 GNT

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

14,383 mi
Last recorded14,383 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP848 GNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 14,383 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 26,577 miles
Pass 7 May 2017 20,858 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 20,858 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 18,926 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,790 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 17,965 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 17,526 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,181 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 14,463 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,808 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 16,808 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 16,700 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 16,344 miles

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

front brake pads approaching limits

Pass 29 Oct 2007 14,661 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,586 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2006 14,562 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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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P848 GNT is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P848 GNT, 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 P848 GNT registered?

P848 GNT is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P848 GNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P848 GNT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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