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R59 CGX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,914 mi
Last recorded18,914 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 CGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 18,914 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 18,740 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 18,555 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 18,543 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 16,988 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Jul 2009 16,973 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)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2008 16,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

seat locks in place but has slight movement.

Fail 16 Jul 2008 16,461 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 13,293 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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R59 CGX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R59 CGX, 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 R59 CGX registered?

R59 CGX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R59 CGX safe to buy?

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