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N947 BKV

1996 Suzuki AP50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Suzuki AP508,133 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN947 BKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020
Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,260 miles

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 11,255 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 11,252 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Centre Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 10,285 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 9,197 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,197 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 6,691 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 6,612 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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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N947 BKV is a 1996 Suzuki AP50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N947 BKV, 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 N947 BKV registered?

N947 BKV is a 1996 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 26 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N947 BKV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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