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R431 NFL

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,439 mi
Last recorded29,439 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 NFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 29,439 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 29,397 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 29,179 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 28,770 miles

chain tight

offside front indicator orange bulb showing white

rear brake pads worn

rear tyre worn low

Pass 19 May 2016 28,244 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 27,515 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 27,510 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

drive chain at its maximum adjustment

rear brake fluid low

small piece of metal in rear tyre and some small cuts

Pass 11 Apr 2014 27,348 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 25,935 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 30,305 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 30,296 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 30,296 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 29,820 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 May 2009 26,680 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 May 2008 25,167 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 22,326 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 20,115 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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R431 NFL is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R431 NFL, 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 R431 NFL registered?

R431 NFL is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R431 NFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 NFL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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