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R82 EFB

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,890 mi
Last recorded27,890 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR82 EFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 27,890 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 27,749 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 27,336 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 25,891 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 24,726 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 23,770 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 22,147 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 20,560 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 19,817 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 18,458 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 11 Jul 2009 18,458 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 17,947 miles

front brake binding slightly.

Pass 14 Jul 2007 16,711 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 15,574 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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R82 EFB is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 R82 EFB, 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 R82 EFB registered?

R82 EFB is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R82 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R82 EFB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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