CarVerify

Free Car Check

R301 AEX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

7,742 mi
Last recorded7,742 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 AEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 7,742 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2017 7,742 miles

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 4,649 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 4,649 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 49,383 miles

Chainguard missing

Fail 1 Aug 2015 49,383 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel front (3.1.3b)

Chainguard missing

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,565 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 43,560 miles

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 39,096 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 36,599 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 36,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 35,993 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 35,989 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,768 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 35,768 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Oct 2007 34,607 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

clocks insecure

slight binding to rear brake

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
Full Suzuki TL1000S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R301 AEX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 R301 AEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R301 AEX?

You can check the full history of R301 AEX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R301 AEX registered?

R301 AEX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R301 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 AEX shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R301 AEX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R301 AEX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.