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P509 NHP

1997 Suzuki TS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

53,486 mi
Last recorded53,486 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TS5020,178 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP509 NHP
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 53,486 miles

Rear Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 53,431 miles

Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2025 53,431 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 53,328 miles

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 53,315 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 53,315 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 52,009 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 50,890 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 50,843 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 48,410 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 45,853 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 42,981 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 39,704 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake Front (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 36,610 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 36,610 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 33,506 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,288 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 27,464 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 27,318 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 27,318 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 26,535 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 25,589 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 25,589 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 25,300 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 25,247 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Mar 2006 23,843 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 23,843 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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P509 NHP is a 1997 Suzuki TS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 20,178 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P509 NHP, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P509 NHP registered?

P509 NHP is a 1997 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P509 NHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P509 NHP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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