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R359 FGV

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,421 mi
Last recorded22,421 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 FGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 22,421 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2014 22,395 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 22,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,329 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 21,869 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 20,810 miles

front tyre getting low in centre

rear pads getting low

Pass 16 Mar 2009 20,408 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 19,065 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 18,811 miles

rear tyre getting low

Pass 3 Mar 2006 16,263 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 16,263 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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R359 FGV is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R359 FGV, 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 R359 FGV registered?

R359 FGV is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R359 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 FGV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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