MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,940 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Choke cable under tension on full rh lock (2.1.4 (c))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar Throttle twist grip assembly loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
indicators flash slightly fast
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Stop lamp not working rear switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
indicators flash slightly fast
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Indicators Slightly Fast
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose tight link in chan (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly tight tight link in chain (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight link in chain (6.2.1e)
Front Brake Resevoir Cap Secondary Locking Device Missing
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Indicators Slightly Fast
Drive chain slightly loose tight link in chan (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly tight tight link in chain (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight link in chain (6.2.1e)
Front Brake Resevoir Cap Secondary Locking Device Missing
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Indicators Slightly Fast
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Chain guard missing
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000R?
Based on 20,760 MOT tests across 1,931 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S257 ARR is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Multi-colour with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.
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 S257 ARR, 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 S257 ARR registered?
S257 ARR is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 14 August 1998.
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