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R408 EDB

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,493 mi
Last recorded35,493 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR408 EDB
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2012 35,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 35,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 33,689 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 33,034 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 32,176 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 16 Jun 2006 30,940 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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R408 EDB is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R408 EDB, 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 R408 EDB registered?

R408 EDB is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R408 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R408 EDB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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