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R644 BHU

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

67,630 mi
Last recorded67,630 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR644 BHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2021 67,630 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 66,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 66,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 60,852 miles

temporary baffles fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Jul 2017 60,700 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 59,919 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 59,567 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 58,443 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,568 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 56,568 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 54,524 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 53,421 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 53,418 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Fail 18 Jun 2010 53,414 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 50,838 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 44,319 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 44,319 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 25,440 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 25,405 miles

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

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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R644 BHU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R644 BHU, 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 R644 BHU registered?

R644 BHU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 2 September 1997.

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