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R41 GGU

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,969 mi
Last recorded35,969 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 GGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 35,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 34,296 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 34,230 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 34,220 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 34,194 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 33,865 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 33,417 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,452 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 32,452 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 May 2013 31,600 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 30,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 29,586 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 29,538 miles

Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

I can smell petrol but cannot see any signs of a leak.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 28,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 25,902 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 24,195 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 24,195 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 May 2007 23,745 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2007 23,618 miles

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

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

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

badly matched front & rear tyres

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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R41 GGU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 R41 GGU, 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 R41 GGU registered?

R41 GGU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R41 GGU safe to buy?

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