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R119 SOY

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,299 mi
Last recorded51,299 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 SOY
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 51,299 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 49,803 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 46,207 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 43,986 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 43,986 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 41,071 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 May 2010 41,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2009 37,807 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 33,206 miles

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2008 33,206 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 32,965 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 32,965 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R119 SOY is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R119 SOY, 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 R119 SOY registered?

R119 SOY is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R119 SOY safe to buy?

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