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S157 WSU

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,188 mi
Last recorded26,188 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS157 WSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 26,188 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 26,188 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2014 26,000 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 25,432 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 25,115 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,992 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

screw missing from heatshield

Pass 9 Mar 2010 21,507 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 21,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2007 19,954 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 18,284 miles

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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S157 WSU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S157 WSU, 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 S157 WSU registered?

S157 WSU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S157 WSU safe to buy?

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