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R972 RNL

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,951 mi
Last recorded25,951 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR972 RNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,951 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 25,939 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 May 2014 18,343 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 18,106 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 17,524 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 16,980 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 15,873 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 15,873 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,581 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 15,581 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 13,412 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 11,961 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 11,961 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R972 RNL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R972 RNL, 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 R972 RNL registered?

R972 RNL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R972 RNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R972 RNL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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