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P996 KOL

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,885 mi
Last recorded38,885 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP996 KOL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 38,885 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 572 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 3,558 miles
Pass 14 May 2017
Pass 15 May 2016 768 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

indicators slightly fast

rear light cluster no dividers

Fail 15 May 2016 768 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

indicators slightly fast

rear light cluster no dividers

Pass 16 Mar 2014 1,903 miles

all indicators slightly fast

Pass 8 Sep 2012

handlebars slightly out of line

indicators slightly fast

Fail 8 Sep 2012

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

handlebars slightly out of line

indicators slightly fast

Pass 11 Sep 2011 1,200 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch cable operation slighly stiff

slight rise in revs right lock

Pass 11 Jul 2009 25,325 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 23,162 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 20,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2006 22,830 miles

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

engine oil leak

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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P996 KOL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P996 KOL, 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 P996 KOL registered?

P996 KOL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P996 KOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P996 KOL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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