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R655 JNS

1998 Suzuki TL1000S

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

26,661 mi
Last recorded26,661 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000S24,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR655 JNS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 26,661 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 26,332 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively wear in bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 26,332 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively wear in bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 25,277 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jul 2020 25,277 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected revs up on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 24,461 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 23,337 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 23,337 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 22,466 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 22,442 miles

Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 21,070 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 21,052 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 18,291 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 13,139 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 10,530 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 9,615 miles

all lights masked over day time mot

Pass 6 Jan 2007 9,208 miles

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

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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R655 JNS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R655 JNS, 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 R655 JNS registered?

R655 JNS is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 2 May 1998.

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