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N279 WDV

1996 Suzuki TS50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

27,507 mi
Last recorded27,507 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki TS5017,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN279 WDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2013 27,507 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Centre Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Inner Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 26,643 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 26,642 miles

Front mudguard can easily contact any fixed point of the motor bicycle. (2.3.7)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 23,153 miles

Chain showing signs of wear

Play in rear brake reaction arm pin

Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,115 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 20,115 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 17,280 miles

Chain showing signs of wear

Front tyre getting low and starting to perish

Fail 17 Apr 2009 17,280 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Chain showing signs of wear

Front tyre getting low and starting to perish

Pass 5 Apr 2008 14,404 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 14,275 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 13,889 miles

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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N279 WDV is a 1996 Suzuki TS50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 17,231 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 N279 WDV, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N279 WDV is a 1996 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 28 May 1996.

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