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P976 NKO

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,577 mi
Last recorded47,577 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP976 NKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 47,577 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 46,112 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 45,331 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 45,331 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 43,600 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 43,280 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 43,280 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 43,270 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

off side riders footpeg slightly loose

slight play in gear linkage

Pass 17 May 2008 41,454 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 40,935 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 34,739 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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P976 NKO is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NKO, 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 NKO registered?

P976 NKO is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 9 July 1997.

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