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R530 DRF

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,281 mi
Last recorded19,281 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 DRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 19,281 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 18,513 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 17,275 miles

Rear tyre worn

Pass 13 Oct 2022 15,345 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 14,892 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 14,892 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 14,761 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 14,761 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 14,679 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 14,136 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 13,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 13,106 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 12,947 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 12,452 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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R530 DRF is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R530 DRF, 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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How do I check the history of R530 DRF?

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What year was R530 DRF registered?

R530 DRF is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R530 DRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 DRF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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