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R998 NRU

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

20,604 mi
Last recorded20,604 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 NRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 20,604 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 19,545 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 18,125 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 17,833 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 30,961 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 30,660 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 30,024 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 29,275 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 27,652 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,127 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 24,349 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 24,349 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 22,649 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 20,966 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2013 20,966 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 19,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 18,692 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 18,692 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 17,218 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 17,218 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 14,354 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 11,204 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 10,858 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?

Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 340
reflector on motorcycle missing 249
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 196
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 127
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R998 NRU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 23,058 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R998 NRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki TL1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R998 NRU registered?

R998 NRU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R998 NRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 NRU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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