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A1 YMU

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,480 mi
Last recorded38,480 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 YMU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 38,480 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 37,356 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 35,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 35,561 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 32,843 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 26,772 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 25,309 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 23,616 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 23,615 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 21,078 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 20,868 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 20,868 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 20,743 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 20,679 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 20,431 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 20,292 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 20,186 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 May 2008 20,186 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 19,919 miles

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 19,620 miles

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

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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A1 YMU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 24,428 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 A1 YMU, 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 28 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 A1 YMU registered?

A1 YMU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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