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R78 ANB

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,935 mi
Last recorded78,935 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 ANB
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 78,935 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 78,348 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 77,353 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 75,903 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2016 75,684 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 74,813 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2014 74,432 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 72,946 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 12 Jul 2012 71,537 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2012 71,537 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 May 2010 68,771 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

headlamp masked for offside kick

Pass 23 May 2009 65,977 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 60,426 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 56,745 miles

headlamp beam converter fitted

Fail 3 Jun 2006 56,745 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

headlamp beam converter fitted

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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R78 ANB is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R78 ANB, 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 R78 ANB registered?

R78 ANB is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R78 ANB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 ANB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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