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VX51 FVU

2001 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,769 mi
Last recorded24,769 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TL1000S17,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 FVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 24,769 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 24,768 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 24,501 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 24,117 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 25 Apr 2017 24,097 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 23,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 22,240 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 21,479 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 20,098 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 18,797 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 18,422 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 17,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 17,608 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2008 17,608 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2007 15,692 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 15,692 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 14,786 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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VX51 FVU is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,695 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 VX51 FVU, 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 25 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 VX51 FVU registered?

VX51 FVU is a 2001 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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The MOT history for VX51 FVU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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