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V128 KEW

1999 Suzuki TL1000R

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,865 mi
Last recorded36,865 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki TL1000R21,949 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV128 KEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000R
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 36,865 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2021 36,823 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

sprocket carrier bearing has slight play

Pass 25 Jun 2019 36,305 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

sprocket carrier bearing has play

Pass 23 Jun 2018 35,320 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 33,869 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 33,869 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 31,253 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 31,253 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2010 29,232 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 28,117 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 28,072 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 26,591 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 26,498 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,859 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 21,166 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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V128 KEW is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000R in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 V128 KEW, 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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What year was V128 KEW registered?

V128 KEW is a 1999 Suzuki TL1000R, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V128 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V128 KEW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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