CarVerify

Free Car Check

R156 JHR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,700 mi
Last recorded10,700 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR156 JHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 10,700 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 10,405 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 10,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 9,976 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 9,738 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 9,593 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 9,465 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 9,433 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 9,395 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 9,360 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 9,348 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 9,299 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 9,246 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 9,157 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 9,064 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 8,998 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,859 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 8,752 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 8,550 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 8,229 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
Full Suzuki TL1000S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R156 JHR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R156 JHR, 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

How do I check the history of R156 JHR?

You can check the full history of R156 JHR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R156 JHR registered?

R156 JHR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R156 JHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R156 JHR shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R156 JHR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R156 JHR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.