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S159 SAH

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,182 mi
Last recorded42,182 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS159 SAH
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2016 42,182 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 42,165 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 41,878 miles

Noise level of exhaust-Borderline

Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,308 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 39,825 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 May 2010 38,954 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 36,188 miles

exhaust noisey but considered acceptible for a machine of that type and size.

Pass 12 Jun 2008 34,633 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 32,812 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 27,315 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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S159 SAH is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S159 SAH, 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 S159 SAH registered?

S159 SAH is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S159 SAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S159 SAH shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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