CarVerify

Free Car Check

R69 NKX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,296 mi
Last recorded27,296 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR69 NKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 27,296 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 26,405 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 25,137 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 23,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 23,768 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 23,636 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2011 23,636 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 43,436 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 42,769 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 41,782 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 40,934 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 35,848 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
Full Suzuki TL1000S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R69 NKX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R69 NKX, 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

How do I check the history of R69 NKX?

You can check the full history of R69 NKX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R69 NKX registered?

R69 NKX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is R69 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R69 NKX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R69 NKX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R69 NKX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.