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R273 MCA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,018 mi
Last recorded12,018 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 MCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 12,018 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 12,018 miles

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 18,741 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 18,467 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 18,467 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 18,228 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 17,925 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 17,654 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 17,508 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 17,265 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 16,946 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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R273 MCA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R273 MCA, 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 R273 MCA registered?

R273 MCA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R273 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R273 MCA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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