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R953 GMV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,484 mi
Last recorded34,484 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 GMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 34,484 miles

Exhaust noisy End cans (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 34,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2016 34,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 34,243 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 33,987 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 33,811 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 33,811 miles

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

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 33,661 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 33,636 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 32,839 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2008 31,282 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

left hand stop light bulb inoperative

Pass 2 May 2007 29,569 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 28,432 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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R953 GMV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R953 GMV, 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 R953 GMV registered?

R953 GMV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R953 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R953 GMV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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