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R140 DNT

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,956 mi
Last recorded38,956 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 DNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,956 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 38,114 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 37,583 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 36,011 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 35,144 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 35,144 miles

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

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,705 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 31,811 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 28,441 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 25,768 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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R140 DNT is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R140 DNT, 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.

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What year was R140 DNT registered?

R140 DNT is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 23 January 1998.

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