MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,654 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Upper Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?
Based on 18,279 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R473 YKK is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R473 YKK, 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 R473 YKK registered?
R473 YKK is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R473 YKK safe to buy?
The MOT history for R473 YKK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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