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R157 HVW

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,891 mi
Last recorded31,891 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 HVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 31,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2025 31,726 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2024 30,676 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2023 29,755 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 29,245 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 29,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 28,708 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 28,700 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 28,696 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Excessively aged (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,995 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 24,158 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,288 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 22,984 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 22,497 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 22,213 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 21,724 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 20,825 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 May 2008 20,825 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 20,702 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 20,702 miles

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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R157 HVW is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R157 HVW, 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.

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What year was R157 HVW registered?

R157 HVW is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 8 June 1998.

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