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R440 FKP

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,877 mi
Last recorded39,877 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 39,877 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 39,876 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,660 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 39,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 38,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 May 2009 36,935 miles

CABLE ROUTEING WRONG

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

TWIST GRIP SLOW TO RETURN

Fail 22 May 2009 36,935 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

CABLE ROUTEING WRONG

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

TWIST GRIP SLOW TO RETURN

Pass 12 Apr 2008 34,036 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 29,568 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 25,633 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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R440 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R440 FKP, 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 R440 FKP registered?

R440 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R440 FKP safe to buy?

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