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HCE 448X

1981 Suzuki FZ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

7,376 mi
Last recorded7,376 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Suzuki FZ505,111 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCE 448X
MakeSuzuki
ModelFZ50
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 7,376 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 7,376 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 7,294 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 7,126 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 7,112 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 7,014 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 6,936 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 6,888 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 6,888 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 6,839 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 6,752 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 6,707 miles

Battery Power low machine relying on increased revs to power lights, indicators and horn

Pass 16 Jul 2009 6,666 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 6,638 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 6,604 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 6,604 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 6,565 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki FZ50?

Based on 1,237 MOT tests across 345 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
91
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
345
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 11
Horn not working 11
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 9
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HCE 448X is a 1981 Suzuki FZ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki FZ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 5,111 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 FZ50 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCE 448X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki FZ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki FZ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HCE 448X registered?

HCE 448X is a 1981 Suzuki FZ50, first registered on 16 September 1981.

Is HCE 448X safe to buy?

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