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P524 HNA

1996 Suzuki AP50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

5,058 mi
Last recorded5,058 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki AP508,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP524 HNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 5,058 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2016 4,993 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 3,975 miles

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

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

side wall starting to crack

slight bend handle bars

Fail 7 May 2014 3,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 14,808 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2013 14,808 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 13,737 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 13,314 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 13,312 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2008 13,116 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2008 13,116 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 13,086 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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P524 HNA is a 1996 Suzuki AP50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P524 HNA, 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 P524 HNA registered?

P524 HNA is a 1996 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 19 October 1996.

Is P524 HNA safe to buy?

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