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R842 VCC

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

43,295 mi
Last recorded43,295 miles
Recorded on16 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR842 VCC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2020 43,295 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 42,284 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 41,929 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 41,468 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 41,085 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 39,911 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 37,530 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 34,185 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 34,158 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 33,169 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 33,169 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R842 VCC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R842 VCC, 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 R842 VCC registered?

R842 VCC is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is R842 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R842 VCC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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