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N368 KPV

1996 Suzuki AP50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,610 mi
Last recorded17,610 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki AP508,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN368 KPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2015 17,610 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 17,256 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 16,854 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2010 16,854 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 15,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,532 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 14,180 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 14,180 miles

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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N368 KPV is a 1996 Suzuki AP50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 8,133 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 N368 KPV, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N368 KPV registered?

N368 KPV is a 1996 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N368 KPV safe to buy?

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