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P554 KDU

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,207 mi
Last recorded28,207 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP554 KDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2014 28,207 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 28,207 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 27,030 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,896 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

front brake binding slightly

wear in rear brake pedal pivot

Fail 23 Jun 2011 25,460 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

clutch lever short

Pass 23 Jun 2011 25,460 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

clutch lever short

Pass 28 Jun 2010 24,376 miles

front discs rattling and slightly loose

Fail 28 Jun 2010 24,376 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

front discs rattling and slightly loose

Pass 1 Jul 2009 22,656 miles

rear pads wearing thin

Pass 2 Jun 2007 19,395 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 14,388 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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P554 KDU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P554 KDU, 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 P554 KDU registered?

P554 KDU is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P554 KDU safe to buy?

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