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P154 FRA

1997 Suzuki TS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,958 mi
Last recorded18,958 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TS5020,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 FRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 18,958 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,194 miles

vehicle recorded seriously damaged at DVLA

Fail 3 Mar 2011 18,194 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

vehicle recorded seriously damaged at DVLA

Pass 30 Mar 2010 9,961 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 9,961 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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P154 FRA is a 1997 Suzuki TS50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 20,178 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 P154 FRA, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P154 FRA registered?

P154 FRA is a 1997 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P154 FRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P154 FRA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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