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P896 DBV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,067 mi
Last recorded31,067 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP896 DBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 31,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 30,836 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 30,599 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 30,599 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 29,612 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 28,387 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,671 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 23,669 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 22,856 miles

no plate light inoprative!

Pass 7 May 2008 21,840 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 21,324 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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P896 DBV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P896 DBV, 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 P896 DBV registered?

P896 DBV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P896 DBV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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