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R147 JPN

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Gold Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,400 mi
Last recorded20,400 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 JPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 20,400 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 20,243 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 20,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 1,844 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 17,201 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 17,201 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 16,658 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 15,847 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?

Based on 18,279 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 233
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
reflector on motorcycle missing 164
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 131
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R147 JPN is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Gold with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 24,428 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 233 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R147 JPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R147 JPN registered?

R147 JPN is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 15 February 1998.

Is R147 JPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 JPN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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