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S165 BFA

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,819 mi
Last recorded24,819 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS165 BFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 24,819 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 60,283 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 59,428 miles

one of two tail lights inop

Pass 2 Aug 2023 58,077 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 55,532 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 53,011 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 51,455 miles

Brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

throttle affected by lock to lock check

Fail 7 Feb 2020 51,435 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

throttle affected by lock to lock check

Pass 8 Jan 2019 50,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 50,268 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 49,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 49,379 miles

Exhaust noisey

Pass 30 Jan 2016 48,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 47,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

fork dust seals damaged

Pass 31 May 2013 45,864 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 45,864 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 44,810 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 44,145 miles

headlight beam befelctor fitted at time of test

indicators flashing fast

Fail 27 Mar 2010 29,492 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 29,492 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 28,124 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 26,734 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 24,403 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,905 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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S165 BFA is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S165 BFA, 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.

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What year was S165 BFA registered?

S165 BFA is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S165 BFA safe to buy?

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