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R329 TLX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,006 mi
Last recorded29,006 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR329 TLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 29,006 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 29,014 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2017 27,799 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 27,799 miles

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

Central Front Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Lower Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 26,391 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,783 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,400 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 23,529 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 22,249 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 21,879 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2007 21,835 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Jan 2006 21,216 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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R329 TLX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R329 TLX, 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 R329 TLX registered?

R329 TLX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R329 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R329 TLX shows 12 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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