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R853 YDA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,695 mi
Last recorded49,695 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR853 YDA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 49,695 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 49,004 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 48,795 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive stretched, tight, tight spot and seized links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced flush-fit to fairing (4.4.3 (a))

Front brake lever 'snatchy'

Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,045 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 47,625 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 47,618 miles

All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced Front side light wrong colour "pink" (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Headlamp incorrect colour High and low beams multi coloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 47,568 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 47,510 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 47,506 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 45,820 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 44,485 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 43,158 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2013 41,470 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 38,758 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 3 Jul 2010 37,962 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 31,309 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 28,432 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 28,430 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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R853 YDA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R853 YDA, 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 R853 YDA registered?

R853 YDA is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 10 December 1997.

Is R853 YDA safe to buy?

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