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P263 PDM

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,577 mi
Last recorded35,577 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 PDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 35,577 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 35,564 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 35,453 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 35,183 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 35,159 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 34,148 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,726 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 33,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 32,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 32,460 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 31,197 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 31,197 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate non-relective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 30,865 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 25,089 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 24,999 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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P263 PDM is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P263 PDM, 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 P263 PDM registered?

P263 PDM is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P263 PDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 PDM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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