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R286 ADV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,681 mi
Last recorded36,681 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 ADV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 36,681 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2025 36,022 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 35,574 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 35,574 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 34,844 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 33,777 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 31,917 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 29,477 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 27,762 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,069 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2015 26,258 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2014 24,803 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 May 2014 24,803 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2013 23,299 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 21,714 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 19,746 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 16,980 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 16,934 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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R286 ADV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R286 ADV, 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 R286 ADV registered?

R286 ADV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R286 ADV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R286 ADV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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