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R479 OST

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,651 mi
Last recorded35,651 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR479 OST
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2016 35,651 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 35,115 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 34,603 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 33,961 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 33,183 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 30,379 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 29,009 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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R479 OST is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R479 OST, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R479 OST registered?

R479 OST is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R479 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R479 OST shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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