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S221 JRM

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,828 mi
Last recorded16,828 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS221 JRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2018 16,828 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 16,076 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 16,075 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)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 16,073 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 16,060 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 15,923 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 14,869 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 27 May 2008 12,922 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 12,922 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

engine tickover too high

Pass 4 May 2007 11,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 8,272 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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S221 JRM is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S221 JRM, 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 S221 JRM registered?

S221 JRM is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 18 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S221 JRM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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