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R950 HDG

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,015 mi
Last recorded21,015 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR950 HDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 21,015 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2026 21,015 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 20,812 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 20,806 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 20,762 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 20,762 miles

Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 20,327 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 19,319 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 18,726 miles

Headlight mask fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2015 18,293 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive some links very stiff (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension right silencer fouls swing arm (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 21 Nov 2015 18,290 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive some links very stiff (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength seal on mastercylinder piston split (3.2.A1)

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

Front Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. pivot bolt loose (6.2.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension right silencer fouls swing arm (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 17,112 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 13,466 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 17 May 2007 13 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 11 miles

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 34,939 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 34,911 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R950 HDG is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R950 HDG, 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 R950 HDG registered?

R950 HDG is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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