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R770 FGR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

23,867 mi
Last recorded23,867 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 FGR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 23,867 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017 23,864 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Offside Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 23,785 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 23,673 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 23,265 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 23,265 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 22,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 22,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2011 21,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2011 21,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 20,234 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 18,374 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 17,492 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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R770 FGR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R770 FGR, 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 R770 FGR registered?

R770 FGR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R770 FGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R770 FGR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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