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R446 ADC

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,656 mi
Last recorded42,656 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR446 ADC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 42,656 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front bar ends missing

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2021

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Feb 2021

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2016 25,160 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 25,064 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 25,064 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 10,361 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 8,719 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 8,719 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)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 7,885 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 7,184 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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R446 ADC is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R446 ADC, 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 R446 ADC registered?

R446 ADC is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R446 ADC safe to buy?

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