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R640 VCS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,328 mi
Last recorded1,328 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 VCS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 1,328 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 1,130 miles

Steering damper slightly loose (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 1,130 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Steering damper slightly loose (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 22,706 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 17 miles

Both front flexi brake hoses incorrectly routed round front forks,slightly fouling steering

Fail 26 Feb 2020 15 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right Headlight aim kicks to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front flexi brake hoses incorrectly routed round front forks,slightly fouling steering

Pass 13 Mar 2012 28,203 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 27,678 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 26,461 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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R640 VCS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R640 VCS, 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 R640 VCS registered?

R640 VCS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R640 VCS safe to buy?

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