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R455 RRA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,953 mi
Last recorded32,953 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 RRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 32,953 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 32,934 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 32,810 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 32,786 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 32,709 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 32,550 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 32,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2016 32,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 32,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2015 32,331 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 31,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 30,347 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 29,623 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 28,887 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 27,730 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 26,437 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 24,556 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 21,837 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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R455 RRA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R455 RRA, 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 R455 RRA registered?

R455 RRA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 29 November 1997.

Is R455 RRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 RRA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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