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S490 RPW

1999 Suzuki AY50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,661 mi
Last recorded24,661 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 1999 Suzuki AY506,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS490 RPW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAY50
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 24,661 miles

Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged cap (3.2.B1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members bushes (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

the front tyre is slightly perished

Pass 22 Dec 2015 24,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members.

rear brake lever pivots slightly worn.

Pass 6 Dec 2014 21,395 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

the front tyre is slightly cracking

Pass 4 Jan 2014 19,493 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 7,935 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2010 7,935 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 6,618 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 6,420 miles

front tyre wearing on o/s edge

Pass 25 Sep 2007 5,929 miles

rear brake drum becoming distorted

Pass 12 Oct 2006 5,410 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 5,410 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 4,894 miles

Front Suspension Operation Getting Stiff.

Front Tyre Starting To Perish In Tread Area

Minor Corrosion Starting On Engine Mounting Brackets

Slight Leak On Exhaust Manifold Join.

Slight Play In Rear Gearbox Bearings

How Reliable is the Suzuki AY50?

Based on 12,514 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 362
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 319
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 277
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Headlamp aim too high 157
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S490 RPW is a 1999 Suzuki AY50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki AY50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 6,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki AY50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S490 RPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AY50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki AY50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S490 RPW registered?

S490 RPW is a 1999 Suzuki AY50, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S490 RPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S490 RPW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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