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N972 TVK

2002 Suzuki VS600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

54,821 mi
Last recorded54,821 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN972 TVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 54,821 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 53,055 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 52,300 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 52,323 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 50,297 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 46,401 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 43,880 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 40,376 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 38,136 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,050 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 36,050 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 32,379 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 32,379 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 32,048 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 32,048 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 31,122 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,122 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 30,776 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 30,776 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 30,014 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 29,439 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 29,439 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 28,856 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 27,399 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 25,945 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 25,945 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Aug 2005 23,980 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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N972 TVK is a 2002 Suzuki VS600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N972 TVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N972 TVK registered?

N972 TVK is a 2002 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is N972 TVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N972 TVK shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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