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P476 XGC

1997 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

9,327 mi
Last recorded9,327 miles
Recorded on5 May 2007
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AP5010,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP476 XGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2007 9,327 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 9,327 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2006 9,321 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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P476 XGC is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 P476 XGC, 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 P476 XGC registered?

P476 XGC is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 15 July 1997.

Is P476 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P476 XGC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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