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F518 JVS

1988 Suzuki TS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,621 mi
Last recorded35,621 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki TS5021,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF518 JVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 35,621 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 35,621 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 34,449 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 33,076 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 32,350 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey noisy but standard one fitted (7.1.1b)

Slight play in rear suspension linkage

Trials type seat no rear foot rests fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2017 32,350 miles

Front Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey noisy but standard one fitted (7.1.1b)

Slight play in rear suspension linkage

Trials type seat no rear foot rests fitted

Pass 28 May 2014 31,439 miles

Bike presented for test without rear indicators fitted. Not required - as single seat, off-road type machine. Designed to carry the rider only.

Front tyre has slight cracks in sidewalls - no ply or cords exposed.

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 May 2014 31,439 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 31,439 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 31,439 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 31,439 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,302 miles

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS50?

Based on 6,348 MOT tests across 1,078 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
661
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 313
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 275
suspension bush has excessive free play 157
Headlamp aim too high 137
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 132
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F518 JVS is a 1988 Suzuki TS50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 21,016 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F518 JVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS50 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F518 JVS registered?

F518 JVS is a 1988 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 10 October 1988.

Is F518 JVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F518 JVS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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