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P861 COD

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,854 mi
Last recorded30,854 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP861 COD
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 30,854 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 30,854 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure securing bolt loose (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering damper insecure steering damper bracket bolts to fuel tank mount loose. (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 29,555 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 27,952 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 27,952 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 27,480 miles

aftermarket silencers fitted noise level ok on test

Pass 23 May 2018 26,600 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 25,615 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 25,615 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2014 25,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 May 2014 25,310 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 24,177 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2011 23,874 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 20,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 May 2008 20,370 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,018 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2005 15,093 miles

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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P861 COD 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 P861 COD, 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 P861 COD registered?

P861 COD is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P861 COD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P861 COD 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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