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R38 MTO

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,958 mi
Last recorded24,958 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 MTO
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 24,958 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2023 24,898 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 24,855 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 24,693 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 24,404 miles

Offside Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Offside Rear indicator damaged

Fail 2 May 2019 24,395 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn swinging arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2016 22,812 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 19,575 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 19,574 miles

Nearside Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 14,957 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 8,206 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 7,450 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 5,440 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 5,257 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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R38 MTO is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R38 MTO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R38 MTO registered?

R38 MTO is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R38 MTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 MTO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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