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R703 VFC

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,297 mi
Last recorded26,297 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR703 VFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2026 26,297 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively check discs for overheating after riding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 26,208 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2023 26,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 26,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 26,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 26,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 25,600 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 25,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 25,092 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 22,643 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 21,901 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 20,923 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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R703 VFC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R703 VFC, 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 R703 VFC registered?

R703 VFC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R703 VFC safe to buy?

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