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R62 CDV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,546 mi
Last recorded24,546 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 CDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 24,546 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 23,582 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 23,544 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 22,045 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 21,545 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 21,340 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 21,190 miles

Nearside Front headlamp image altered with tape

Fail 11 Feb 2020 21,190 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (kickup to offside) (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 18,309 miles

Front FRONT BRAKE DISCS NOT MATCHING .

Rear POSITION LAMP ONLY 50% OPERATING

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 18,108 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,065 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

possible low rear fluid not able to see

Fail 11 Jul 2008 18,055 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

possible low rear fluid not able to see

Pass 14 Oct 2006 17,654 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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R62 CDV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 R62 CDV, 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 R62 CDV registered?

R62 CDV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R62 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 CDV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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