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P42 VTL

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,750 mi
Last recorded23,750 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 VTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 23,750 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 22,947 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 21,735 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 21,720 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 20,127 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 18,858 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 17,416 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 17,416 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 15,752 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 42,049 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 42,049 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 39,150 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Apr 2007 39,150 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 37,405 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Apr 2006 37,405 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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P42 VTL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P42 VTL, 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 P42 VTL registered?

P42 VTL is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P42 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P42 VTL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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