MOT Status
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41,380 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements very low tone (7.7 (c))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
Offside Fuel hose insecure fuel overflow/breather located directly above exhaust (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))
Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking and very slow return (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Valve stem seriously damaged very perished and splitting (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight links in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear cylinder (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect linkages stiff and dry (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement in rear arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear cylinder (6.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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R285 DRP is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 R285 DRP, 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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R285 DRP is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.
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