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R546 DDB

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,400 mi
Last recorded47,400 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR546 DDB
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 47,400 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 47,299 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 47,299 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 46,683 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 46,621 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 45,932 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 45,560 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 44,163 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 42,087 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 40,679 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 36,606 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 36,585 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 34,574 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 34,574 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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R546 DDB is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R546 DDB, 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 R546 DDB registered?

R546 DDB is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R546 DDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R546 DDB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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