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R48 UFR

1998 Suzuki Intruder

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

10,425 mi
Last recorded10,425 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Intruder17,165 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 UFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelIntruder
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 10,425 miles

Rear Outer Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 10,409 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Outer Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 21,060 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 19,564 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 19,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 15,682 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 12,821 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 12,812 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 12,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

small amount of perishing in side wall of front tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,271 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 8,231 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 5,857 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 5,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 5,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 4,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicators fast

Fail 2 Jul 2010 4,283 miles

Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicators fast

Pass 21 May 2009
Pass 27 May 2008 15,118 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 14,560 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 13,646 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Intruder?

Based on 5,071 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Horn not working 23
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 23
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R48 UFR is a 1998 Suzuki Intruder in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Intruder models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 17,165 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 Intruder fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R48 UFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Intruder typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Intruder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R48 UFR registered?

R48 UFR is a 1998 Suzuki Intruder, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R48 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 UFR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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