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R748 VVX

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,670 mi
Last recorded31,670 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR748 VVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2020 31,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 30,864 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 29,540 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

offside and nearside front brake disc location pins have slight play

Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,494 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 28,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

nearside indicators flash slightly faster than offside.

Pass 17 Jul 2014 28,307 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 27,702 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 27,702 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 27,095 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 25,723 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 24,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 23,662 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 23,655 miles

Offside Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

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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R748 VVX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R748 VVX, 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 R748 VVX registered?

R748 VVX is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R748 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R748 VVX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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