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S257 ARR

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

38,940 mi
Last recorded38,940 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 ARR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 38,940 miles

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))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 38,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 38,259 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 38,204 miles

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))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 35,057 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2020 35,057 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 35,029 miles

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))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 34,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

indicators flash slightly fast

Fail 21 Jan 2019 34,765 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 33,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Indicators Slightly Fast

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 33,183 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 33,183 miles

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)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 31,194 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Oct 2014 58,929 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2014 58,929 miles

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)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 56,251 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 53,103 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 49,782 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 49,782 miles

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)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 43,465 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 43,465 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 36,347 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 36,337 miles

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))

Pass 4 Oct 2007 32,964 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,878 miles

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.

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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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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The MOT history for S257 ARR shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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