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R218 AKN

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,842 mi
Last recorded31,842 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 AKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 31,842 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 31,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 31,298 miles

very slight binding to osf brake

Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 27,432 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 27,432 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,657 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 23,739 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 23,701 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 20,726 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 15,277 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 15,240 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2008 15,200 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,841 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 14,680 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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R218 AKN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R218 AKN, 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

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What year was R218 AKN registered?

R218 AKN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R218 AKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 AKN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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