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R772 VDV

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

28,832 mi
Last recorded28,832 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR772 VDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 28,832 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 28,656 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 28,350 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 28,075 miles

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

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

Rear tyre cut but no cords visible

Pass 9 Jul 2021 27,786 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 27,786 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 27,776 miles

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced one bulb failed on twin bulb unit (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2020 27,776 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced one bulb failed on twin bulb unit (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2016 27,739 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 27,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 26,111 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 26,111 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 24,700 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2012 23,010 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 23,010 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 21,470 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,333 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 18,051 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 18,051 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 15,309 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 15,309 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2007 13,765 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,645 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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R772 VDV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R772 VDV, 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 R772 VDV registered?

R772 VDV is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 August 1997.

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