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R508 TDV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,513 mi
Last recorded25,513 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 TDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 25,513 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 25,486 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 25,213 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 25,209 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 25,085 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 24,866 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 24,863 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 23,790 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 23,270 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 23,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 22,640 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 22,320 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 21,709 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 27,818 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 27,731 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 23,756 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 22,844 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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R508 TDV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R508 TDV, 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 R508 TDV registered?

R508 TDV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R508 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 TDV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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