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R85 CDW

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,460 mi
Last recorded36,460 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 CDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 36,460 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2024 35,867 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 35,736 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 35,513 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 35,210 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 34,852 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 34,651 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 33,778 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 32,755 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,417 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 30,730 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 29,761 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 24,020 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 20,767 miles
Fail 18 May 2011

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,317 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 13,654 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 11,849 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 11,849 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,087 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2006 9,780 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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R85 CDW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R85 CDW, 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 R85 CDW registered?

R85 CDW is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R85 CDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R85 CDW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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