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R613 UOW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Gold Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,697 mi
Last recorded9,697 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR613 UOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 9,697 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2012 9,695 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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)

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

registration plate lamp not working

Pass 25 Jan 2011 2,827 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 36,263 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 36,199 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 33,184 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 33,184 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 32,278 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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R613 UOW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Gold with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R613 UOW, 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 R613 UOW registered?

R613 UOW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R613 UOW safe to buy?

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