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R500 TLS

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,618 mi
Last recorded37,618 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 TLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 37,618 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2025 37,105 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 36,322 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 35,383 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 34,946 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 34,940 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 34,855 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2019 34,851 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 34,738 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 34,655 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen dip/ main not working correctly (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake component insecure Brake anchor bar insecure front bolt (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 31,521 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,393 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 29,385 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 29,385 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2014 54,188 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 46,660 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 43,543 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 42,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 42,568 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 4,183 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 39,272 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 37,765 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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R500 TLS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R500 TLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R500 TLS?

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What year was R500 TLS registered?

R500 TLS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R500 TLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 TLS shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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