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R161 DOO

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,770 mi
Last recorded44,770 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 DOO
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 44,770 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S & O/S (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 44,770 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S & O/S (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 44,746 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 44,236 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear seat trim cracked

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2014 44,236 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear seat trim cracked

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Jul 2012 44,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 39,485 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 38,430 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 38,331 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

rear number plate damaged

Pass 1 May 2009 38,331 miles

rear number plate damaged

Pass 10 Oct 2008 37,000 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2008 37,000 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 34,629 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 31,082 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 31,082 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R161 DOO is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 R161 DOO, 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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R161 DOO is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 6 January 1998.

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