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S491 RCR

1998 Suzuki TL1000R

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

10,959 mi
Last recorded10,959 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TL1000R23,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS491 RCR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2024 10,959 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2022 10,824 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 10,414 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 9,607 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 9,039 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 3 May 2012 8,880 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 8,640 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 8,276 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 7,927 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 7,559 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 6,872 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 6,869 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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S491 RCR is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S491 RCR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S491 RCR registered?

S491 RCR is a 1998 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S491 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S491 RCR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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