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R649 TLW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

479 mi
Last recorded479 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR649 TLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2024 479 miles

No lights fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2022 9 miles

All lights masked

Fail 1 Apr 2022 6 miles

Footrest insecure R/H Drivers (6.2.12 (a))

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

All lights masked

Pass 8 Jun 2016 34,240 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 34,014 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 33,776 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 33,776 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 May 2010 33,527 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 32,389 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 29,416 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 277,712 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 277,712 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 25,537 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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R649 TLW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R649 TLW, 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 R649 TLW registered?

R649 TLW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 4 October 1997.

Is R649 TLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R649 TLW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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