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R244 KDS

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,426 mi
Last recorded34,426 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR244 KDS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 34,426 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 34,426 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 34,366 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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R244 KDS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R244 KDS, 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 R244 KDS registered?

R244 KDS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R244 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R244 KDS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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