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R449 ULS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,297 mi
Last recorded32,297 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR449 ULS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 32,297 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 32,043 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 31,723 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 31,410 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 31,252 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 30,690 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 30,260 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,309 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 27,748 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 26,239 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 22,820 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 20,188 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 17,928 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2006 17,874 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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R449 ULS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R449 ULS, 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 R449 ULS registered?

R449 ULS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R449 ULS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R449 ULS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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