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R68 JHR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,650 mi
Last recorded42,650 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 JHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 42,650 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 42,475 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 42,470 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake hose insecure at upper bracket ( cable tied )

Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,275 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2012 41,231 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2011 40,158 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,970 miles

Bolt missing from left front footrest hanger.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2010 38,969 miles

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

Bolt missing from left footrest hanger.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 38,241 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 35,730 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 35,730 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2006 33,573 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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R68 JHR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R68 JHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R68 JHR registered?

R68 JHR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R68 JHR safe to buy?

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