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M90 TLS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,901 mi
Last recorded35,901 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM90 TLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 35,901 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 35,527 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 35,409 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 35,398 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 34,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 33,517 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 33,517 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working Front brake light switch not working. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 33,436 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 33,267 miles

Rear shock mounting bracket possible crack in frame

Rear suspension has been modified shock linkage (2.4.A.2d)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 33,247 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock mounting bracket possible crack in frame

Rear suspension has been modified shock linkage (2.4.A.2d)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 30,874 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 28,850 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 24,983 miles

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 24,983 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 24,072 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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M90 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 73.3%.

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 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 M90 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.

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What year was M90 TLS registered?

M90 TLS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is M90 TLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M90 TLS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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