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R285 DRP

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

41,380 mi
Last recorded41,380 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 DRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 41,380 miles

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))

Fail 15 May 2023 39,539 miles

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))

Pass 12 May 2022 37,342 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 36,304 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear cylinder (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 35,790 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 35,778 miles

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))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 34,824 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 34,824 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 33,571 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 33,321 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 32,198 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 30,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 28,461 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,324 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 28,324 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 28,116 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 24,597 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 26,169 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 24,601 miles

Rear Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(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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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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