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R709 FSG

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,291 mi
Last recorded30,291 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR709 FSG
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 30,291 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 30,254 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 29,764 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 28,772 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,952 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 25,627 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 25,627 miles

Headlamp aim too low headlamp was insecure/loose (1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 25,919 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 22,961 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 22,961 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 21,221 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 19,588 miles

Reduced reserve travel on front brake

Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 17,724 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 17,724 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 2 May 2009 16,711 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 13,305 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 13,304 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 13,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear hugger lower mount loose

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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R709 FSG is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R709 FSG, 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 R709 FSG registered?

R709 FSG is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R709 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R709 FSG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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