MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,226 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
accident damage to vehicle
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
accident damage to vehicle
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Ap 50?
Based on 1,652 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S973 VBJ is a 1999 Suzuki Ap 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1999 Suzuki Ap 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 7,975 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 Ap 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S973 VBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Ap 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki Ap 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was S973 VBJ registered?
S973 VBJ is a 1999 Suzuki Ap 50, first registered on 1 February 1999.
Is S973 VBJ safe to buy?
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