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R295 AMV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,130 mi
Last recorded14,130 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 AMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 14,130 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 14,112 miles

baffles fitted at time of test

single seat fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2019 14,067 miles

belly pan not fitted

correct size number plate fitted at time of test

no rear seat fitted at time of test

non standard indicators fitted

silencer baffles fitted at time of test

Fail 4 Jun 2018 13,252 miles

All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned indicators mounted at end of handle bars (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition way to loud (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 29 Mar 2008 14,055 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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R295 AMV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R295 AMV, 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 R295 AMV registered?

R295 AMV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R295 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 AMV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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