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C491 UAB

1986 Suzuki CL50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,287 mi
Last recorded6,287 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 1986 Suzuki CL506,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC491 UAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelCL50
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 6,287 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 6,287 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 6,287 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2018 6,287 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 6,348 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 6,348 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 6,234 miles

Front Tyre Has Cut In Sidewall

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 17 Jul 2015 6,192 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front Tyre Has Cut In Sidewall

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki CL50?

Based on 396 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 7
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 6
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C491 UAB is a 1986 Suzuki CL50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki CL50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 6,438 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 CL50 fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C491 UAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki CL50 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Suzuki CL50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C491 UAB registered?

C491 UAB is a 1986 Suzuki CL50, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C491 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C491 UAB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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