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R354 BKO

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,139 mi
Last recorded26,139 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR354 BKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 26,139 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 25,997 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 25,991 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 25,730 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 25,729 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 24,644 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 24,630 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 23,987 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 23,194 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 22,001 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2007 22,001 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 21,909 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 20,399 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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R354 BKO 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 R354 BKO, 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 R354 BKO registered?

R354 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R354 BKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R354 BKO 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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