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R808 SCH

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

28,182 mi
Last recorded28,182 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 SCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 28,182 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 27,433 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 25,707 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 24,809 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 24,809 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 22,583 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Dec 2012 21,320 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Fail 8 Dec 2012 21,311 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Fail 7 Mar 2011 20,405 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 20,405 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 19,833 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 19,833 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 19,248 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 19,248 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 17,903 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 17,903 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 15,001 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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R808 SCH is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 R808 SCH, 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 R808 SCH registered?

R808 SCH is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R808 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 SCH shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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