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P976 LKR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,317 mi
Last recorded38,317 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP976 LKR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2010 38,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2009 33,730 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2009 33,521 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 26,785 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Mar 2008 26,785 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 25,924 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2006 25,924 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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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P976 LKR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P976 LKR, 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 P976 LKR registered?

P976 LKR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 5 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P976 LKR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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