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R23 CLS

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,454 mi
Last recorded29,454 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 CLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 29,454 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 29,406 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 29,397 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 29,839 miles

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2021 29,380 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2020 29,101 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 28,687 miles

clutch lever tight

front brake action not smooth

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 27,748 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 27,170 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 26,743 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 26,676 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 26,506 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,506 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 26,146 miles

number plate lamp inop

Fail 9 Mar 2012 25,486 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 25,486 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 14,750 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 24,236 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 23,126 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 22,153 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 21,305 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 19,734 miles

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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R23 CLS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R23 CLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R23 CLS registered?

R23 CLS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is R23 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 CLS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R23 CLS have outstanding finance?

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