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P216 VTC

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,467 mi
Last recorded57,467 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP216 VTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 57,467 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear tyre cut but not showing cord

Pass 23 Aug 2021 57,409 miles

Front Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 56,692 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,282 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 54,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 54,719 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 54,719 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Fail 11 May 2015 54,684 miles

Brake cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2013 49,568 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 49,566 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 48,435 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 48,435 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 46,899 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 42,680 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 36,569 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 32,649 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 26,793 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 22,658 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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P216 VTC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P216 VTC, 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 P216 VTC registered?

P216 VTC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 14 April 1997.

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