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R654 ARL

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,048 mi
Last recorded56,048 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR654 ARL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 56,048 miles

day light mot

Pass 29 Sep 2015 55,473 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 48,557 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2013 42,921 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 35,329 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 34,601 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 31,461 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 30,701 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 29,303 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,232 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2006 27,232 miles

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

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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R654 ARL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R654 ARL, 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 R654 ARL registered?

R654 ARL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R654 ARL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R654 ARL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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