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P873 JKN

1996 Suzuki AP50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

15,971 mi
Last recorded15,971 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki AP508,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP873 JKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 15,971 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 15,971 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 15,498 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 15,034 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 14,702 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 14,693 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 14,692 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 12,838 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 12,830 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 12,829 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 12,829 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 May 2007 6,744 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 6,732 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 5,762 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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P873 JKN is a 1996 Suzuki AP50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P873 JKN, 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 P873 JKN registered?

P873 JKN is a 1996 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 30 October 1996.

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