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R39 SER

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,864 mi
Last recorded8,864 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 SER
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 8,864 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 8,864 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 8,428 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 7,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 6,921 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 6,921 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 6,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 6,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 5,417 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 4,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 2,066 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 365 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 38 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 25,868 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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R39 SER is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Black 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 R39 SER, 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 R39 SER registered?

R39 SER is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R39 SER safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 SER 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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