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P982 LCF

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,168 mi
Last recorded22,168 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP982 LCF
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 22,168 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 22,168 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 22,148 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 21,423 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 21,423 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 21,028 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 21,028 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly engine speed increases when steering full lock to right (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,028 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 21 Jun 2017 21,028 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2016 20,478 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 20,404 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 2,210 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 19,002 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 18,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 17,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 17,082 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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P982 LCF is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P982 LCF, 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 P982 LCF registered?

P982 LCF is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is P982 LCF safe to buy?

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