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R174 TTS

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,938 mi
Last recorded24,938 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 TTS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 24,938 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 24,022 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 23,350 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2017 23,350 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear exhaust baffles fitted when tested

Pass 3 May 2012 20,269 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

rear caliper starting to bind.

Fail 3 May 2012 20,269 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

rear caliper starting to bind.

Pass 3 Nov 2010 19,114 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 18,711 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 17,769 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 15,138 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 15,138 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 14,788 miles

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

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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R174 TTS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R174 TTS, 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 R174 TTS registered?

R174 TTS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R174 TTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R174 TTS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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