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R289 GPN

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,949 mi
Last recorded27,949 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 GPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2026 27,949 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 27,170 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 26,799 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 25,656 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 25,560 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level rear brake fluid level low (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 24,221 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 22,691 miles

mileage may previously have been missread

Pass 20 Jun 2015 27,372 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 19,326 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 18,270 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 18,267 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,138 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 16,870 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 15,670 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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R289 GPN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R289 GPN, 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 R289 GPN registered?

R289 GPN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R289 GPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 GPN shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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