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R299 VSB

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,050 mi
Last recorded24,050 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR299 VSB
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 24,050 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 23,011 miles

NSF disc bobbin has slight lateral movement

Pass 1 Jun 2016 22,741 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 22,237 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 21,435 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 21,435 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 20,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,435 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 17,345 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2010 17,345 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 17,059 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2007 17,059 miles

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

Inner Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 16,102 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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R299 VSB is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R299 VSB, 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 R299 VSB registered?

R299 VSB is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R299 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 VSB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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