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R51 HMR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,658 mi
Last recorded46,658 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 HMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 46,658 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 44,024 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2014 44,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 41,461 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 40,574 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 40,574 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 38,632 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

alloy brake banjo bolts fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2011 38,632 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

alloy brake banjo bolts fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2010 37,566 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 35,999 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 34,327 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 31,353 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2005 30,284 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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R51 HMR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R51 HMR, 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 R51 HMR registered?

R51 HMR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R51 HMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 HMR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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