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J999 TLR

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,613 mi
Last recorded18,613 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ999 TLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 18,613 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 18,229 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 16,202 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 13,860 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 13,859 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,615 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 12,919 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 11,829 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 10,518 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 8,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear no plate overlaid on small plate

Pass 5 Jul 2008 7,911 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 7,079 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 7,079 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 5,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight play in steering damper rose joint-may cause your noise

Fail 8 Jul 2006 5,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

slight play in steering damper rose joint-may cause your noise

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?

Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 340
reflector on motorcycle missing 249
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 196
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 127
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J999 TLR is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 23,058 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J999 TLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki TL1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J999 TLR registered?

J999 TLR is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is J999 TLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J999 TLR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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