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R135 WPX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,250 mi
Last recorded30,250 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR135 WPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 30,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 30,013 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 30,013 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 28,338 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 23,375 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 23,375 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 19,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 19,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 13,914 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 13,914 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 4 May 2012 24,007 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2011 22,865 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2010 22,847 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

chain guard missing

Pass 28 Jul 2007 18,916 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 14,739 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006

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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R135 WPX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R135 WPX, 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 R135 WPX registered?

R135 WPX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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