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S230 UCL

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,022 mi
Last recorded21,022 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS230 UCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 21,022 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 21,018 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front tyre date code 2006

Rear tyre date code 2008

Pass 10 Jul 2020 20,504 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 20,494 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,432 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,213 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 19,857 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 19,818 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 19,628 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 19,106 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,662 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 16,416 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 14,724 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 11,760 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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S230 UCL is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S230 UCL, 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 S230 UCL registered?

S230 UCL is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 15 August 1998.

Is S230 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S230 UCL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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