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R202 DNF

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,479 mi
Last recorded26,479 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR202 DNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 26,479 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 25,691 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 24,733 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 23,906 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 22,737 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 22,245 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 21,326 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 13,383 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 43,303 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 41,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

headlight mask/converter fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2016 41,189 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 38,718 miles

Nearside Rear rear hugger has bolt missing zip tied to make it more secure.

Pass 19 Aug 2014 33,816 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Aug 2014 33,816 miles

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2013 31,050 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,446 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 25,355 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,689 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 18,763 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 16,405 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 16,405 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (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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R202 DNF is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R202 DNF, 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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What year was R202 DNF registered?

R202 DNF is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R202 DNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R202 DNF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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