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R199 HRG

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,649 mi
Last recorded30,649 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR199 HRG
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 30,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 28,409 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 28,409 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 27,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 26,701 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 25,506 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 24,907 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 23,239 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 21,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2014 19,976 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 19,958 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

non standard silencers fitted

rear number plate slightly small

Pass 28 Mar 2012 19,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 19,941 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2009 19,841 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2006 19,710 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2006 19,702 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 18,679 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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R199 HRG 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 88.2%.

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 R199 HRG, 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 R199 HRG registered?

R199 HRG is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R199 HRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R199 HRG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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