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S978 UNC

1999 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,971 mi
Last recorded19,971 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Suzuki TL1000R21,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS978 UNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2013 19,971 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 18,618 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 18,618 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 17,033 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,916 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 14,103 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 14,103 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 12,386 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 10,386 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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S978 UNC is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki TL1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,949 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 S978 UNC, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki TL1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of S978 UNC?

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What year was S978 UNC registered?

S978 UNC is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S978 UNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S978 UNC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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