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R899 FDE

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,086 mi
Last recorded40,086 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR899 FDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,086 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 36,731 miles

Coolant leak

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 36,728 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Coolant leak

Pass 15 Aug 2009 14,320 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 14,227 miles

various modifications throughout machine. i.e. bodywork/electrics/suspension.

Pass 23 Jun 2006 14,094 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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R899 FDE is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R899 FDE, 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 R899 FDE registered?

R899 FDE is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R899 FDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R899 FDE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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