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KP02 LHJ

2002 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,419 mi
Last recorded6,419 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki AP507,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP02 LHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 6,419 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 6,419 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 6,419 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2018 6,419 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 6,419 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2017 5,829 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 5,829 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 4,387 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2016 4,387 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 3,934 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 3,931 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 3,042 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 Dec 2012 3,042 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 2,893 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 2,893 miles

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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KP02 LHJ is a 2002 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KP02 LHJ, 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.

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What year was KP02 LHJ registered?

KP02 LHJ is a 2002 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 13 May 2002.

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