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R231 GKP

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,573 mi
Last recorded21,573 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 GKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 21,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 21,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Gear pedal loose

Rear Cannot see brake fluid in reservoir, will check after test

Pass 11 Apr 2024 21,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Cannot see brake fluid in reservoir, cloudy window, will check after test

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 4 Apr 2024 21,035 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Cannot see brake fluid in reservoir, cloudy window, will check after test

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 15 Jul 2022 18,679 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 17,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2020 17,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 16,903 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2018 16,621 miles

Exhaust noisey

Pass 23 May 2017 16,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 15,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 15,411 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 15,395 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 15,368 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,334 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,179 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 15,159 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 15,019 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 14,782 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 14,712 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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R231 GKP is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R231 GKP, 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 R231 GKP registered?

R231 GKP is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R231 GKP safe to buy?

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