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R538 ENC

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,543 mi
Last recorded47,543 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR538 ENC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 47,543 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 47,048 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 13 Jul 2022 45,563 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 45,344 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 45,344 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 45,132 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 45,132 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 41,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

front brake slight bind

Pass 5 Mar 2012 39,584 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 36,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 36,356 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 35,200 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 33,994 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 33,810 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,542 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2006 32,985 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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R538 ENC is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R538 ENC, 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 R538 ENC registered?

R538 ENC is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R538 ENC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R538 ENC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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