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N359 ARX

1996 Suzuki TS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,607 mi
Last recorded35,607 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki TS5017,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN359 ARX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 35,607 miles

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Dec 2022 34,368 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 34,324 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 34,231 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 34,143 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2018 34,143 miles

Front Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 33,408 miles

lower rear suspension bush slight play

Pass 16 Jul 2016 33,308 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 33,188 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 33,179 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 33,096 miles

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

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

rear tyre starting to perish on sidewalls

Pass 28 May 2009 32,696 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2006 30,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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N359 ARX is a 1996 Suzuki TS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 N359 ARX, 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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What year was N359 ARX registered?

N359 ARX is a 1996 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N359 ARX safe to buy?

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