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R249 ACK

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,298 mi
Last recorded28,298 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 ACK
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 28,298 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 27,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 27,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 27,307 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 26,302 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 24,793 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 22,913 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 22,438 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 22,438 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2012 21,181 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 19,102 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 17,933 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,097 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2007 16,109 miles
Fail 20 May 2007 16,109 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2006 15,324 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 15,324 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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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R249 ACK is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R249 ACK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R249 ACK registered?

R249 ACK is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R249 ACK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R249 ACK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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