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T285 BFA

1999 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,041 mi
Last recorded18,041 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki TL1000S23,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT285 BFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2012 18,041 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 18,041 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 17,519 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 16,640 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 15,123 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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T285 BFA is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 T285 BFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T285 BFA registered?

T285 BFA is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 10 August 1999.

Is T285 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T285 BFA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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