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R311 GPN

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

25,630 mi
Last recorded25,630 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 GPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 25,630 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 24,177 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 24,170 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 24,153 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 23,693 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 22,473 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2014 21,956 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 21,210 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,036 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 18,779 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 Jan 2011 18,777 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2010 17,712 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 17,104 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 17,104 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 13,608 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 10,862 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 9,457 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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R311 GPN 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 88.2%.

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 R311 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 R311 GPN registered?

R311 GPN is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R311 GPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R311 GPN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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