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R409 AGC

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,270 mi
Last recorded12,270 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 AGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 12,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2025 12,270 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Front wheel fitted incorrect direction of rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 12,270 miles

ALL lights and indicators disconnected and masked up at time of test therefore this bike can only be used during daylight hours and not used during times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 13 Jun 2015 11,237 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 10,407 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 10,407 miles

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

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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R409 AGC is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R409 AGC, 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 R409 AGC registered?

R409 AGC is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 22 July 1998.

Is R409 AGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R409 AGC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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