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R214 APW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,212 mi
Last recorded18,212 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 APW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2020 18,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 17,913 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 17,552 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 16,711 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 16,475 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 16,239 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 16,027 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 15,683 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 15,543 miles

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

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

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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R214 APW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R214 APW, 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 R214 APW registered?

R214 APW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R214 APW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R214 APW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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