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B147 BYB

1985 Suzuki TS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,261 mi
Last recorded57,261 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 1985 Suzuki TS5014,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB147 BYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 57,261 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front wheel bearing slightly worn

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 57,261 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front wheel bearing slightly worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 53,273 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 53,273 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 53,127 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 53,127 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 May 2008 51,344 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 51,344 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 50,007 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 27,341 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS50?

Based on 6,348 MOT tests across 1,078 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
661
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 313
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 275
suspension bush has excessive free play 157
Headlamp aim too high 137
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 132
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B147 BYB is a 1985 Suzuki TS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 14,682 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 TS50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B147 BYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS50 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B147 BYB registered?

B147 BYB is a 1985 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 21 June 1985.

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