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P312 VVL

1997 Suzuki AP50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,409 mi
Last recorded30,409 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AP5010,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP312 VVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 30,409 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear tyre valve attention soon

Pass 2 Jul 2009 29,814 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 28,653 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2008 28,653 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 27,465 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 26,743 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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P312 VVL is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 10,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P312 VVL, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P312 VVL registered?

P312 VVL is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P312 VVL safe to buy?

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