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R851 KNR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,682 mi
Last recorded28,682 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 KNR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 28,682 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 28,248 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 27,728 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2011 27,728 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 26,993 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 25,635 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 24,776 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 May 2007 24,776 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 22,843 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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R851 KNR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R851 KNR, 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 R851 KNR registered?

R851 KNR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R851 KNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 KNR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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