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R229 EEX

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,407 mi
Last recorded24,407 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 EEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 24,407 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 24,387 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,730 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 22,730 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2012 22,354 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 27,038 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 27,038 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 20 May 2008 19,709 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 19,248 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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R229 EEX is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R229 EEX, 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 R229 EEX registered?

R229 EEX is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R229 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 EEX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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