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F996 TRL

1988 Suzuki TS50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,120 mi
Last recorded36,120 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1988 Suzuki TS5021,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF996 TRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2008 36,120 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Mar 2008 36,113 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 35,221 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 35,215 miles

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

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

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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F996 TRL is a 1988 Suzuki TS50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 F996 TRL, 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.

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What year was F996 TRL registered?

F996 TRL is a 1988 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 22 August 1988.

Is F996 TRL safe to buy?

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