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R309 FWX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,435 mi
Last recorded18,435 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 FWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 18,435 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 18,426 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,209 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 17,744 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 17,651 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,316 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2006 17,316 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2006 17,244 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

rear suspension very hard

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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R309 FWX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R309 FWX, 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 R309 FWX registered?

R309 FWX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 13 December 1997.

Is R309 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R309 FWX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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