MOT Status
ValidMileage
31,891 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
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))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
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))
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))
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)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?
Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is R157 HVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R157 HVW shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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