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R138 JDA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,081 mi
Last recorded36,081 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 JDA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 36,081 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 35,725 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear Brake reservoir hose (Cracking) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 35,085 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 34,114 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 32,679 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 32,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 31,489 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 31,489 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 30,919 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 29,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 29,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 28,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 28,737 miles

Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 26,495 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 26,021 miles

Brake hoses are fitted with anodised alloy fittings

Pass 5 Aug 2009 25,127 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 23,838 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 23,832 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 23,817 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R138 JDA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R138 JDA, 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 R138 JDA registered?

R138 JDA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R138 JDA safe to buy?

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