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R663 FWV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,872 mi
Last recorded37,872 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR663 FWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 37,872 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 37,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 37,110 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 36,968 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 36,686 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 35,584 miles

front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 2 Mar 2012 33,906 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 31,795 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 31,795 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 27,470 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 22,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 22,147 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 21,480 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 21,480 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,506 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,506 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,506 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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R663 FWV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R663 FWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R663 FWV registered?

R663 FWV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R663 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R663 FWV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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