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R209 KWS

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,685 mi
Last recorded20,685 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR209 KWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 20,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 20,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 17,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 17,041 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 16,898 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 16,889 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 16,884 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 15,378 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 15,356 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 15,025 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 14,928 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 11,615 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

near side front brake caliper needs attention

Pass 7 Jul 2007 10,919 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,966 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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R209 KWS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R209 KWS, 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 R209 KWS registered?

R209 KWS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R209 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R209 KWS shows 14 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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