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R83 DHU

1997 Suzuki TL1000R

Purple Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,533 mi
Last recorded19,533 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000R20,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 DHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 19,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2012 17,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

lights disconnected

Fail 10 Nov 2012 17,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

lights disconnected

Pass 27 Sep 2011 16,614 miles

day time use due to no lights

Pass 20 Apr 2010 14,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 12,186 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 12,166 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 10,897 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 9,899 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 9,888 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?

Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 340
reflector on motorcycle missing 249
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 196
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 127
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R83 DHU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000R in Purple with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 20,980 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 TL1000R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R83 DHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki TL1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R83 DHU registered?

R83 DHU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R83 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 DHU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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