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R554 KRU

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,718 mi
Last recorded52,718 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR554 KRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 52,718 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 51,741 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2024 51,109 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2023 49,304 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 48,679 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 48,260 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 47,013 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 45,975 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 45,111 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2016 43,054 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 41,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 38,984 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,157 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 31,622 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 24,404 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 24,128 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 16,194 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 16,029 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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R554 KRU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R554 KRU, 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 R554 KRU registered?

R554 KRU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R554 KRU safe to buy?

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