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S550 SDP

1999 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

45,075 mi
Last recorded45,075 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki TL1000S23,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS550 SDP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 45,075 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 44,136 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 43,891 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 43,676 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 39,977 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2016 36,450 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 36,443 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear nail in tyre

Pass 13 May 2014 28,132 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 26,530 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 24,807 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 21,851 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,239 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 16,854 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 15,042 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 14,440 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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S550 SDP is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 23,539 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 S550 SDP, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S550 SDP registered?

S550 SDP is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 9 January 1999.

Is S550 SDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S550 SDP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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