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M7 TLS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,385 mi
Last recorded16,385 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 TLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 16,385 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 15,940 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 14,341 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 11,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 11,064 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 10,893 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 8,947 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 8,876 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 8,139 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 7,713 miles

exhaust loud

Pass 7 Mar 2014 6,846 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 6,019 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2012 6,019 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 5,294 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,933 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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M7 TLS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M7 TLS, 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 M7 TLS registered?

M7 TLS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is M7 TLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M7 TLS 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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