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R166 FKP

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,182 mi
Last recorded13,182 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 13,182 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 12,971 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 12,312 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 11,846 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 11,179 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 9,455 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight oil leak from clutch cover

Fail 30 Dec 2020 9,455 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.4 (d) (i))

slight oil leak from clutch cover

Pass 26 Aug 2009 9,388 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 9,088 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 9,088 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 8,984 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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R166 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R166 FKP, 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 R166 FKP registered?

R166 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R166 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R166 FKP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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