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R798 VLR

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,478 mi
Last recorded33,478 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR798 VLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2020 33,478 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 33,437 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2011 15,072 miles

Aftermarket brake hoses fitted front & rear.

Front brakes binding slightly (not excessive)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 15,072 miles

Aftermarket brake hoses fitted front & rear.

Front brakes binding slightly (not excessive)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 7 May 2008 14,782 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 14,781 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2007 14,781 miles

Nearside Front Upper Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

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

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

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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R798 VLR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R798 VLR, 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 R798 VLR registered?

R798 VLR is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R798 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R798 VLR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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