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S255 SWF

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,488 mi
Last recorded36,488 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS255 SWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 36,488 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

slight oil leak

Pass 7 May 2020 35,916 miles

Daylight MOT. Not to be ridden during the hours of darkness or at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Pass 19 Feb 2019 35,438 miles

Presented as daytime use only

Pass 20 Feb 2018 34,670 miles

Motorcycle presented as daytime use only.

Pass 8 Feb 2017 32,969 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 27,874 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 27,874 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 28,244 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 Jan 2015 28,244 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Nov 2013 27,092 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 27,092 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 25,586 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 23,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 20,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 16,867 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 16,848 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2008 14,783 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 14,028 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 13,705 miles

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

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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S255 SWF is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 S255 SWF, 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

How do I check the history of S255 SWF?

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What year was S255 SWF registered?

S255 SWF is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S255 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S255 SWF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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