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AO02 JLV

2002 Suzuki AP50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,110 mi
Last recorded18,110 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki AP507,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 JLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 18,110 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2016 18,110 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty Hi and low reversed (1.2.4)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 9,626 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 9,626 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 9,511 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 9,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 9,077 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 7,639 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,639 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?

Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 789
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 233
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 225
Tyre tread not clearly visible 214
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AO02 JLV is a 2002 Suzuki AP50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 7,046 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 AP50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 JLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AP50 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO02 JLV registered?

AO02 JLV is a 2002 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 6 April 2002.

Is AO02 JLV safe to buy?

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