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R530 YJU

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,268 mi
Last recorded37,268 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 YJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2010 37,268 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

the right hand bar is very slightly bent

the throttle housing spins on the bar slightly

Fail 31 Jul 2010 37,267 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

the petrol tank is slightly insecure

the right handlebar is slightly bent

the throttle housing spins on the handle bar slightly

Pass 13 May 2009 34,238 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2009 34,238 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 6 May 2008 24,256 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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R530 YJU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R530 YJU, 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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What year was R530 YJU registered?

R530 YJU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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