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R40 VTW

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,831 mi
Last recorded32,831 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 VTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 32,831 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slighty trimmed edges ,but bike pre-2000. Will need new plate (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 32,831 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slighty trimmed edges ,but bike pre-2000. Will need new plate (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 32,795 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,233 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 29,207 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 25,888 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 20,659 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 18,833 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2010 18,833 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)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2007 17,252 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 16,274 miles

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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R40 VTW is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R40 VTW, 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.

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What year was R40 VTW registered?

R40 VTW is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is R40 VTW safe to buy?

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