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R304 GMR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,029 mi
Last recorded41,029 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 GMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 41,029 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 40,898 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 40,428 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 39,722 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 39,182 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 38,358 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 37,264 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 36,047 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 36,047 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,770 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 34,078 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 31,898 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 29,490 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 29,437 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 29,340 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 28,683 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 27,000 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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R304 GMR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R304 GMR, 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

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What year was R304 GMR registered?

R304 GMR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R304 GMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 GMR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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