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B308 PPV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,466 mi
Last recorded49,466 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB308 PPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 49,466 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 49,466 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases AT HEAD (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 48,649 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 46,939 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 46,939 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 44,015 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 42,146 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 39,428 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 33,833 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 30,909 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,627 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,280 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2005 22,477 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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B308 PPV 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 84.6%.

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 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 B308 PPV, 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 B308 PPV registered?

B308 PPV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is B308 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B308 PPV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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