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P778 PCL

1996 Suzuki AP50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,148 mi
Last recorded12,148 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki AP508,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP778 PCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2016 12,148 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 12,146 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 11,477 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 11,473 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 9,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 21 May 2012 9,339 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 9,339 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 May 2011 9,265 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 9,066 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 8,797 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 8,492 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 8,060 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,938 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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P778 PCL is a 1996 Suzuki AP50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 P778 PCL, 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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P778 PCL is a 1996 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 28 December 1996.

Is P778 PCL safe to buy?

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