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P997 OWC

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

43,743 mi
Last recorded43,743 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP997 OWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2023 43,743 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Exhaust leaking from the exhaust headers (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 43,700 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 43,667 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2020 43,570 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 43,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 41,332 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 40,840 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 38,780 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 38,745 miles

Chain Guard Missing

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

Fail 18 Apr 2013 38,745 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Chain Guard Missing

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 38,411 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2012 38,411 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 38,276 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 38,270 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 37,804 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 37,804 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2006 37,269 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 37,257 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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P997 OWC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 P997 OWC, 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 P997 OWC registered?

P997 OWC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 11 April 1997.

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