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R456 XWG

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

43,914 mi
Last recorded43,914 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 XWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 43,914 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing on joint at rear cylinder. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 May 2025 43,910 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush visible movement in rod, indicating worn bushes, wear on rod visible, noisy squeaking emitting from damper. Right hand side damper. (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Highly possible that the linkage system bearings are seized. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing on joint at rear cylinder. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 42,660 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2023 41,474 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 39,690 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 39,590 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied Fouling on the fairing on L/H Lock. (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 37,787 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 35,831 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 32,916 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 31,565 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 31,223 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 30,971 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 29,924 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 27,964 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 26,946 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 26,946 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 24,719 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 23,394 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 23,003 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 22,633 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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R456 XWG 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 85%.

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 R456 XWG, 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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R456 XWG is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 30 January 1998.

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