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R508 YKK

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,971 mi
Last recorded32,971 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 YKK
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 32,971 miles

n/s grip loose

oil residue round front sprocket area

rear caliper support brace loose

rear pads low

Pass 21 Sep 2010 31,860 miles

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

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 31,860 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 30,293 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 26,415 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 22,957 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 19,373 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 YKK is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 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 R508 YKK registered?

R508 YKK is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R508 YKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 YKK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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