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S449 VAY

1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,521 mi
Last recorded14,521 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx17,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS449 VAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelTs 50 Erkx
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 14,521 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage has slight play in back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 14,200 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

chain gard missing

Fail 11 Dec 2017 14,200 miles

Brake locking device insecure brake arm bolt missing (3.2.A1e)

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing split pin (2.3.3a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high wrong bulb (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure split pin (2.4.A.2b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

chain gard missing

Pass 7 Dec 2006 9,064 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 9,063 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx?

Based on 573 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
837
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
suspension bush has excessive free play 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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S449 VAY is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 17,116 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 Ts 50 Erkx fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S449 VAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S449 VAY is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx, first registered on 12 August 1998.

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