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R331 DHU

1997 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,035 mi
Last recorded10,035 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv8,722 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR331 DHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAy 50 Wv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2009 10,035 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 9,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 9,763 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 9,763 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 May 2006 343,462 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ay 50 Wv?

Based on 897 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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R331 DHU is a 1997 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 8,722 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 Ay 50 Wv fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R331 DHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ay 50 Wv typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Ay 50 Wv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R331 DHU registered?

R331 DHU is a 1997 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv, first registered on 4 October 1997.

Is R331 DHU safe to buy?

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