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R755 OTH

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

47,225 mi
Last recorded47,225 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR755 OTH
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 47,225 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 45,314 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 23 May 2024 45,314 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 44,764 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Side stand mounting loose

Fail 16 May 2023 44,749 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Side stand mounting loose

Pass 5 May 2022 44,031 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 42,076 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 38,955 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 38,955 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 37,960 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 37,927 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 36,569 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 35,314 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 33,780 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 32,147 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 30,943 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 29,154 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 27,228 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 25,369 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 24,787 miles
Pass 22 May 2007
Pass 30 May 2006 20,525 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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R755 OTH is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R755 OTH, 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 R755 OTH registered?

R755 OTH is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 23 December 1997.

Is R755 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R755 OTH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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