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NV51 VKN

2001 Suzuki TS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,067 mi
Last recorded22,067 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki TS5011,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 VKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 22,067 miles

Centre Drive chain slightly loose chain slight lose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 20,807 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 20,015 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 19,020 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 19,020 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 17,996 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2009 17,990 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2009 13,881 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2009 13,881 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,610 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

damage to front brake back plate

Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,074 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS50?

Based on 6,348 MOT tests across 1,078 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
661
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 313
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 275
suspension bush has excessive free play 157
Headlamp aim too high 137
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 132
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NV51 VKN is a 2001 Suzuki TS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 11,740 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 TS50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NV51 VKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS50 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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NV51 VKN is a 2001 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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