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R119 LVV

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,486 mi
Last recorded36,486 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 LVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 36,486 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 35,255 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 34,586 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 32,667 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 32,667 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 29,608 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 27,690 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 26,943 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2014 26,428 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 24,604 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 24,454 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 24,417 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 23,579 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 23,044 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2010 23,044 miles

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

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

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 May 2009 21,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2008 20,791 miles

Rear suspension has been modified (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,347 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R119 LVV is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R119 LVV, 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

How do I check the history of R119 LVV?

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What year was R119 LVV registered?

R119 LVV is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R119 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R119 LVV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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