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S135 JRU

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,927 mi
Last recorded26,927 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS135 JRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 26,927 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,563 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 30 Jun 2012 26,545 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,471 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 25,471 miles

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 25,177 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 25,049 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 25,049 miles

Nearside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 18,955 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 17,123 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 May 2006 17,123 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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S135 JRU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S135 JRU, 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 S135 JRU registered?

S135 JRU is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S135 JRU safe to buy?

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