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P998 WFV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

14,523 mi
Last recorded14,523 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 WFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 14,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 14,501 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 14,481 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2021 14,473 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 14,459 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 14,458 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 14,370 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 14,281 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 14,281 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 14,189 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 14,189 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 14,106 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 13,945 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 13,899 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 May 2009 13,263 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 12,672 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 12,424 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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P998 WFV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P998 WFV, 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 P998 WFV registered?

P998 WFV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P998 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P998 WFV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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